Finance Coordinator

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution pension

Employer-paid group insurance after 3‑

Job summary

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services is seeking a Finance Coordinator to oversee financial operations for the Labour Market Development Department. The role involves budget administration, financial reporting, and funding agreement compliance within a First Nations context.

The position requires strong accounting skills, experience with Sage and MS Office, and willingness to travel. A defined contribution pension plan starts on day one, with group insurance after three months of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in financial administration, budgeting, accounting, or reporting.
• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, funding agreements, audit processes, financial controls, and compliance.
• Experience with First Nations or Indigenous organizations is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Sage software; ability to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial administration and management of department funding and budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, journals, and documentation in Sage.
• Support forecasting, reporting, and funding agreement compliance.
• Provide financial guidance and training to staff to strengthen reporting capacity.
• Maintain accurate financial records and participate in meetings and community visits.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

300 Anemki Place, Suite D Fort William First Nation, Ontario P7J1H9

One-Year Contract Position with Possibility of Extension including a defined contribution pension plan starting on first dayof employment and employer-paid group insurance following three months of employment, in accordance with plan terms.

The Finance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the financial operations of the Labour Market Development Department through the administration and management of program funding, departmental budgets,financial reporting, and funding agreement compliance. This position reports to the Director of Labour Market Developmentand plays a key role in supporting sound financial stewardship, accountability, informed decision-making, and compliance with organizational policies and funding requirements.

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Occupation Type: Manager, Band, Finance, General

Total Positions: 1

Wage: 0

Hours/Week: 0

Days of Work: n/a

Closing Date / Apply By: 9/19/2026

Start Date: n/a

Duties

• Coordinate and support the financial administration and management of Labour Market Development Department funding, budgets, financial reporting, and funding agreement compliance;
• Provide financial advice, analysis, and recommendations to the Director and Program Managers to support budgeting, financial planning, reporting, compliance, and informed decision-making;
• Review, reconcile, and monitor financial reports, claims, budgets, audit documentation, and supporting financial records to ensure accuracy, accountability, and compliance with funding agreements;
• Develop and maintain financial tracking tools, reporting systems, and budget monitoring processes to support effective financial management;
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, correspondence, and supporting documentation using Sage and other financial systems;
• Support the development, monitoring, forecasting, and reporting of departmental budgets, work plans, and funding agreements while identifying and communicating financial risks and compliance issues;
• Provide financial guidance, training, and technical support to First Nation representatives and departmental staff to strengthen financial reporting capacity and funding agreement compliance;
• Conduct financial monitoring, documentation reviews, and community visits to assess financial accountability and compliance with funding requirements;
• Collaborate with internal departments, member First Nations, Political Territorial Organizations (PTOs), funding partners, and government representatives to support program delivery and financial stewardship;
• Maintain accurate financial records, electronic filing systems, and program documentation in accordance with organizational policies and funding requirements;
• Attend meetings, training sessions, conferences, and community visits as required; and
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in financial administration, budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, funding agreement administration, or a related field;
• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related discipline;
• Working knowledge of budgeting, funding agreements, audit processes, financial controls, and compliance requirements;
• Experience working with First Nations, Indigenous organizations, government-funded programs, or not-for-profit organizations is considered an asset;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant programs and software), Sage financial software, and the ability to learn new technologies and tools;
• Be able to provide a Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) report completed within the last six (6) months;
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License, insurable under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy, and be willing and able to travel regularly for work-related events, meetings, and other duties as required.

Required Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to interpret and apply funding agreements, financial policies, and reporting requirements;
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with First Nations, funding partners, and interna departments;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, multiple deadlines, and confidential financial information;
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and recordkeeping;
• Ability to provide financial guidance, coaching, and technical support to community representatives and departmental staff;
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative interdisciplinary team;
• Ability to maintain professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in all situations;
• Willingness to travel as required; and
• Ability to understand and speak Anishinaabemowin, or willingness to learn

For inquiries regarding this position, please contact:

Polly Bobiwash, Director, Labour Market Development Department

Email: [e-mail]

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted

The Union of Ontario Indians welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the hiring process.