Finance and Administrative Coordinator

gov; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment is seeking a Finance and Administrative Coordinator to support the Inuvik office with financial and administrative tasks in accordance with FAM and departmental procedures.

You will review documents, prepare financial reports, ensure compliance, and support day-to-day operations under the direction of the Manager, Financial Operations in Yellowknife.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with some accounting courses and two years related admin/finance experience.
• Business Administration Certificate with two years experience in administration, accounting and finance work.
• Business Administration Diploma with one year of experience in administration, accounting and finance work.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support and administrative functions for the Inuvik office of the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment.
• Perform document review and processing, financial reporting and compliance with the Financial Administration Manual (FAM).
• Contribute to departmental compliance with respect to administrative and financial procedures and processes.
• Report to the Manager, Financial Operations in Yellowknife.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting software

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Grade 12 with accounting courses

Business Administration Certificate

Business Administration Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Department: Industry, Tourism and Investment

The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.

Job Information

The Finance and Administrative Coordinator is responsible for the financial support and administrative functions for the Inuvik office for the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI).

This position provides financial and administrative support by performing document review and processing, financial reporting, contributing to departmental compliance with respect to the administrative and financial procedures and processes, and ensuring expenditures are processed in compliance with the Financial Administration Manual (FAM).

This position reports to the Manager, Financial Operations based in Headquarters in Yellowknife.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read and interpret directives, standards and legislation and provide sound advice on their meaning and intent.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information and take any corrective action.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to the public, industry, stakeholders and others in a wide range of financial matters.
• Good management skills and able to work without direct supervision.
• Good human relations and motivational skills to deal with day-to-day staff issues as well as the interests of stakeholders within and outside of the department.
• Knowledge of and ability to use MS Operating Systems, MS Office, Internet, Email, spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Knowledge of Acts, regulations, policies and procedures pertinent to duties and responsibilities listed.
• Skill in communicating both orally and in writing, preparing reports and analyzing problems.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy and ensure financial operations are recorded accurately.
• Very effective organizational skills to be able to keep accurate records and provide detailed information when required.
• Time management and multi-tasking sills to be able to manage the volume and variety of work.
• Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

The completion of Grade 12 with some courses in accounting, combined with two years of related administrative and finance/accounting experience

Business Administration Certificate with two years of experience in administration, accounting and finance work.

Business Administration Diploma with one year of experience in administration, accounting and finance work.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel [phone] Ext 15644
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.