Director of Finance - Portage La Prairie

Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Tribal Council is seeking a Director of Finance in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, responsible for financial operations, budgeting, and strategic leadership. The ideal candidate has a degree in finance or accounting and at least five years of experience in financial management within the non-profit or public sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. Employment conditions include a valid Manitoba Driver’s License and a clear criminal record check. Please send your application to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressive financial management experience in a non-profit, Indigenous, or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multiple funding agreements and reporting to Indigenous Services Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies and policies.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage annual budgets in collaboration with program managers.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for management and funders.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA or equivalent designation

Tools

Sage 300

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advertisement # 2526-3 POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Director of Finance is a key member of the senior management team and responsible for the strategic leadership and management of all financial operation of the Tribal Council. This includes budgeting, financial planning, accounting, audit preparation, reporting and ensuring compliance with funding agreements and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of DOTC’s financial strategies and policies.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage annual budgets in collaboration with program managers and the CEO.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for management, Council of Chiefs and funders.
• Oversee the preparation of year-end financial statements and audits.
• Manage Accounting staff and maintain effective internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, funding agreements, and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) requirements.
• Provide financial advice and support to DOTC programs and member First Nations as needed.
• Development financial forecasts, risk assessments, and long-term sustainability plans.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks and funding agencies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required; a CPA or equivalent designation is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in a non-profit, Indigenous, or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, auditing and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multiple funding agreements and reporting to Indigenous Services Canada or similar agencies is an asset.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in financial software (e.g. Sage 300) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Bondable

Please send a cover letter and a resume to [e-mail].