Finance Clerk

Northwest Employment Works; Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local First Nation organization is seeking a Finance Clerk to manage financial reporting and accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a Post Secondary Diploma in accounting, 2-3 years of experience in computerized accounting, and strong communication skills. This full-time position includes responsibilities such as accounts payable, budgeting, and reporting, with a contract ending December 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Post Secondary Diploma in accounting or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience with computerized accounting software is required.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining all accounting functions including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Provide administrative support for effective office operations.
• Attend meetings and participate in required committees.

Skills

Post Secondary Diploma - accounting and/or business-related courses

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working with computerized accounting software

Experience with budgeting, accounting and reporting systems

Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post Secondary Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Job title: Finance Clerk
Department: Administration
Employment status: Full Time Contract – Ends December 31, 2026
Posting Date: August 11, 2025
Closing Date: August 22, at 12:00pm (Noon)

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Finance and Administration, the Finance Clerk is responsible for all areas related to financial reporting. The position is responsible for maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reports. The Finance Clerk will assist the Director of Finance and Administration in ensuring that work is properly allocated and completed in timely and accurate manner. The position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting and finance responsibilities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and support of budget and forecast activities.

Skills & Qualifications:
Candidates will be screened according to the listed criteria. It is the responsibility of the candidate to indicate that she/he meets the following criteria:

• Post Secondary Diploma- accounting and/or business-related courses
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working with computerized accounting software
• Experience with budgeting, accounting and reporting systems
• Experience working in a First Nation is considered an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office would be an asset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively convey information and ideas to others both verbally and in writing
• Attention to detail; able to monitor the details with a high degree of accuracy

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the maintenance of all accounting functions of the First Nation and its corporate entities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, month and year end procedures, budget preparation and analysis, contract review and maintenance, reporting, administer payroll when necessary
• Identify, develop and implement work practices to reduce operational inefficiencies and improve systems
• Provide administrative support to ensure effective and efficient office operations
• Process purchase orders
• Attend meetings, training and participate in committees as required.

Online Application Submission:

Please submit your cover letter, resume and professional references via our online application portal. You can find the link below. Be sure to complete all required fields and attach your documents before submitting.

BambooHR Web Link: https://bn.bamboohr.com/careers/56

OJIBWAYS OF THE PIC RIVER FIRST NATION – BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
P.O. Box 193, Via Heron Bay, Ontario P0T 1R0 Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
www.picriver.com