Finance Manager

MNP Executive Search & Professional Recruitment

Burns Lake

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

3 weeks of vacation to start

2 weeks paid time off over Christmas

Half-day every second Friday

12 paid sick days

5 unpaid cultural days

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and community-focused work

Job summary

Nee Tahi Buhn First Nation seeks an experienced Finance Manager to provide hands-on leadership and strategic financial direction for the Band. The role partners with the General Manager, Chief and Council to strengthen budgeting, reporting, internal controls and financial administration across the organization.

The successful candidate will guide budgeting, monitor variances, ensure accountability and help protect resources for long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
Minimum of five years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
Minimum of two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, asset management, audit preparation, funding agreements, payroll, financial policies, and internal controls.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, variance analysis, reconciliations, and financial administration practices.
Proficiency in MS Excel, data analysis and systems.
Ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Lead annual and long-term budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cash flow management.
Prepare clear and timely financial reports, variance analysis, dashboards and briefing materials for leadership, funders, Chief and Council.
Provide practical financial advice to support responsible decision‑making, accountability and the sustainable use of resources.
Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, general ledger, purchasing, cash management and financial records.
Strengthen internal controls, approval processes, documentation, financial policies and procedures.
Monitor funding agreements, reporting deadlines, eligible expenditures and compliance requirements.
Support funding applications, budgets, claims, reports and related financial documentation.
Lead audit preparation, year‑end close, working papers, and responses to auditor requests.
Identify financial risks, reporting gaps, audit findings and control issues, and recommending practical solutions.
Supervise, coach and support finance staff, including work planning, training, and performance management.
Build financial understanding across the organization by supporting managers and employees to understand budgets, reports, coding and funding restrictions.
Model confidentiality, professionalism, accountability, patience and service‑oriented leadership.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Audit preparation

Leadership

Confidentiality

Communication

Stakeholder management

MS Excel

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Adagio

PayDirt

MS Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Nee Tahi Buhn First Nation is located on the south shore of Francois Lake in beautiful British Columbia. With deep roots in our land, language, and traditions, we are proud to be a vibrant and resilient community. Our Nation is home to approximately 140 members, and we are committed to preserving our rich heritage while building a strong future for the next generations.

Who We Are

At Nee Tahi Buhn, we believe in creating a positive, respectful, and supportive environment where both community and team members can thrive. We honour our past and work toward a bright future built on cultural strength and community well-being.

Overview Of The Role

The Finance Manager provides hands-on and strategic financial leadership for Nee Tahi Buhn Indian Band. This role is responsible for strengthening financial planning, budgeting, reporting, audit readiness, internal controls and financial administration practices across the organization. Working closely with the General Manager, Chief and Council, managers, employees, funders, auditors and external advisors, the Finance Manager will help establish clear financial processes, support responsible decision‑making, and build financial capacity throughout the organization.

This is a foundational leadership role for the Band. The successful candidate will bring strong technical finance skills, a practical and organized approach, and the ability to explain financial information clearly to people with varying levels of financial knowledge. The role requires someone who can respectfully support managers and leadership to understand budgets, monitor variances, strengthen accountability and make informed decisions that protect the Nation's resources and support long‑term sustainability.

Location

Band office and community, Burns Lake, BC

Employment Status

Full‑time, permanent

Reports to

General Manager, with advisory and reporting relationship to Chief and Council

Compensation

$80k-90k/year

Key Responsibilities

Lead annual and long‑term budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cash flow management.
Prepare clear and timely financial reports, variance analysis, dashboards and briefing materials for leadership, funders, Chief and Council.
Provide practical financial advice to support responsible decision‑making, accountability and the sustainable use of resources across the organization.
Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, general ledger, purchasing, cash management and financial records.
Strengthen internal controls, approval processes, documentation, financial policies and procedures.
Monitor funding agreements, reporting deadlines, eligible expenditures and compliance requirements.
Support funding applications, budgets, claims, reports and related financial documentation.
Lead audit preparation, year‑end close, working papers, and responses to auditor requests.
Identify financial risks, reporting gaps, audit findings and control issues, and recommending practical solutions.
Supervise, coach and support finance staff, including work planning, training, and performance management.
Build financial understanding across the organization by supporting managers and employees to understand budgets, reports, coding and funding restrictions.
Model confidentiality, professionalism, accountability, patience and service‑oriented leadership.

What You Bring

Skills & Qualifications

Post‑secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, training and progressive experience may be considered.
Minimum of five years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
Minimum of two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, asset management, audit preparation, funding agreements, payroll, financial policies, and internal controls.
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, variance analysis, reconciliations, and financial administration practices.
Proficiency in MS Excel, data analysis and systems.
Ability to build effective working relationships with various stakeholders.
Professionalism and ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Preferred

CPA designation.
Experience working with a First Nation government, Indigenous organization or community‑based organization.
Experience with Adagio and PayDirt software.

What We Offer