Finance Director

Chief Kinosew Awasak Mikwahp (Driftpile Children’s Lodge); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chief Kinosew Awasak Mikwahp is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee financial processes essential for operations. This role includes budgeting, payroll management, and financial reporting to support the organization's mission and values. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance, accounting, and team leadership within the non-profit or government sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience as Finance, Accounting Supervisor or Finance Assistant.
• Experience in non-profit sector and government preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and financial systems.
• Oversee payroll and benefits processes.
• Provide financial reports and support budget development.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Team Leadership

Communication

Accounting

Education

Post Secondary Education in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

CAFM designation

CPA designation

Tools

Sage Intacct

PayDirt

360

Emburse

Job description

The Chief Kinosew Awasak Mikiwahp (CKAM) is community-based and family oriented to provide the care, protection and well-being of all Driftpile Cree Nation (DCN) children in a preventative manner to promote the healing of all children, families and community. A coordinated, holistic, interdisciplinary approach is the foundation of the Program to meet the developmental needs of children, youth, and families with respect to the cultural identity, customs and traditions, beliefs and values.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Finance (Director) position will report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is responsible for planning and completing financial processes and transactions that underpin the operations for the CKAM. This includes budget tracking, accounts reconciliation, Accounts Payable and invoice management, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Benefits and Electronic Filing Systems. The Director also provides data and summaries to inform budget development and quarterly and annual reporting. This work ensures that CKAM finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner. All services delivered are consistent with the vision, mission, and core values of CKAM.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Administration and Accounting

• Manage accounting and financial systems and maintain full and accurate accounting records
• Set up and maintain CKAM Program chart of accounts and complete monthly bank reconciliations in a timely manner
• Maintains accounting system for the CKAM programs including but not limited to Prevention, Protection, Operations, Jordan’s Principle and Post Majority Support Services
• Manage and reconcile the Children’s Special Allowance and/or the Children’s Disability Benefits from Canada Revenue Agency
• Complete calculations and transactions related to biweekly payroll cycle
• Perform the day-to-day processing of financial transactions, including but not limited to monthly maintenance disbursements, expenses and/or vendor payments
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly billing statements and assist in the preparation of year-end financial reports
• Monitor payments and expenditures, processing and monitoring receipts and revenues for accuracy and follow-up on outstanding issues
• Verify all purchase orders, incoming statements, invoices, and expense claims for authentication in conjunction with appropriate personnel prior to processing
• Ensure all approved cheque requisitions are compliant and input them into the computer system as per procedure manual and new directives
• Process incoming and outgoing invoices and maintain accounts payables and accounts receivable tracking
• Prepare contracts and monitor/track related expenses
• Prepare monthly cash flows and quarterly financial reports
• Provide data and related summaries to inform the development of CKAM Budget and Annual Report
• Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action
• Raise awareness to emerging issues
• Recruits, supervises, and guide the Finance team, including accounting positions.
• Work in conjunction with Human Resources to resolve employee relations issues, to assist in terminations, and create a positive working environment and relationships
• Define strategically aligned objectives and goals for their team or department.
• Develop work plans, allocate resources, organize tasks, assigning responsibilities, and ensure that resources are available.
• Communicate clear instructions, share information, and facilitate open and constructive communication among team members.
• Assess teams’ performance by monitoring work progress, evaluating the quality of work, and providing feedback to help team members improve.
• Identify employees areas of improvement, provide guidance, coaching, and training as necessary.
• Source training opportunities, promote career advancement, and set goals for individual growth.
• Conduct performance reviews and appraisals to evaluate their team's performance, provide feedback, and determine compensation and promotions.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to resolve conflicts and disputes, address interpersonal issues, mediate disagreements, and find solutions that maintain a positive working environment.
• Ensure team adheres to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.

Financial Process Management

• Assists CFO as it relates to finance and accounting where appropriate
• Assists Management in making financial decisions
• Participates in the execution of changes to procedures, policies, and systems to facilitate expansion, compliance, networking and collaboration
• Develop trends and projections for CKAM’s finances
• Develop and maintain an accounting Policy and Procedures Manual that outlines financial processes (e.g., expense claims, invoicing standards)
• Coach & train staff as needed on financial processes
• Maintain all financial records in accordance with the Generally accepted Accounting Principals and or any governing overarching legislation and/or policy
• Liaise with Indigenous Services Canada and any other relevant agencies/governments on funding process queries and/or changes
• Prepare monthly financial reports to the Executive Director

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Post Secondary Education in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field or post-secondary education in the field of Business Administration/Management
• A minimum of 8 years experience as Finance, Accounting Supervisor or Finance Assistant. Combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Experience using multiple accounting systems (Sage Intacct, PayDirt, 360, Emburse)
• Experience in non-profit sector, government, and children’s services is an asset
• CAFM designation is an asset
• CPA designation is preferred, but not a requirement

Salary Range: $98,318 - $150,365