Capacity Development Lead — FMS Readiness (Remote)

First Nations Financial Management Board; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Annual bonus potential

Extended benefits including pension

Generous vacation and wellness days

Professional development

Job summary

The First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) is seeking a finance professional to support First Nations in achieving FMS certification and strengthening governance and financial practices. The role focuses on auditing, capacity building, and policy implementation, with travel across Canada and opportunities for professional growth.

We offer flexible hours within a 37.5-hour work week, a competitive salary with a potential annual bonus, extended benefits including a pension plan, generous

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of five years experience auditing internal controls over financial reporting or related activities.
• Fluent in English; French an asset.
• Knowledge of First Nations governance and Indigenous organizations.
• Ability to facilitate policy review and implementation.
• Strong strategic and creative thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with MS Office, advanced Excel.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations and outside business hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with assigned clients to prepare for FMS certification.
• Support FAL clients to achieve FMS certification through facilitation and education.
• Promote change management needed for FMS certification.
• Develop capacity-building resources and training materials.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement capacity development methods.
• Engage third-party contractors and academic partners for training.
• Provide post-certification support to clients.
• Deliver presentations and represent FMB at conferences.

Skills

Auditing

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Excel (advanced)

English (fluent)

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) is seeking a finance professional to support First Nations in achieving FMS certification and strengthening governance and financial practices. The role focuses on auditing, capacity building, and policy implementation, with travel across Canada and opportunities for professional growth.

We offer flexible hours within a 37.5-hour work week, a competitive salary with a potential annual bonus, extended benefits including a pension plan, generous