Finance & Admin Officer (2 Positions)

Government of Northwest Territories; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government body in Canada is seeking a Finance and Administration Officer to oversee financial operations for the Dehcho Divisional Education Council. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day financial tasks, maintain internal controls, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least one year of relevant experience are preferred. This position is based in Fort Simpson and offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Education in a professional level accounting program.
• 1+ year work experience in an intermediate position.
• Bonded or eligible for bond application.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor financial operations of the DDEC.
• Oversee accounting and payroll system within the central office.
• Ensure effective internal controls and monitor financial reports.

Skills

Knowledge of financial and administrative policies

Budgeting processes

Financial reporting

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Diploma in accounting or finance with 3-4 years experience

Certificate in accounting or finance with 5 years experience

Tools

Accounting software

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Job description

The Finance and Administration Officer is responsible for maintaining and monitoring financial, administrative and payroll for the Dehcho Divisional Education Council and its eight District Education Authorities to ensure effective, efficient and accurate operations.

This role reports to the Comptroller and is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the day to day financial, accounting and payroll system within the DDEC central office. The Finance and Administration Officer works independently and is responsible for the day to day operations of specific
tasks. The Officer is responsible for maintaining and monitoring internal controls with the Division office and for monitoring the financial reports and processes of the DDEC, schools and DEAs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Knowledge of financial and administrative policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles
- Specific knowledge in the areas of budgeting processes, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledgers, bank reconciliations and year-end financial procedures
- Knowledge of payroll systems and procedures and an understanding of payroll deductions and remittances.
- Familiar with computer hardware and accounting software.
- Skilled in decision making
- Familiarity with, and sensitivity to, the people and cultures of the division.
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Effective organizational skills
- Ability to use computerized accounting programs, word processing, advanced spreadsheet skills, email and the Internet
- Skilled in time management

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

The above knowledge, skills and abilities would typically be attained by education in a professional and university level accounting program with at least one year work experience in an intermediate position would also be necessary to attain the required qualifications. The person should also be bonded or eligible for bond application.

Equivalencies:
Diploma in accounting or finance with 3-4 years work experience in an indeterminate position.
Certificate in accounting or finance with 5 years work experience in an intermediate position.
All other combinations of experience and education will be assessed on a case by case basis.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
9602 100 STREET
BOX240
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
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Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.