Finance Manager — Budgets, Grants & Reporting

Kwanlin Dün First Nation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Kwanlin Dün First Nation is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee daily financial operations and ensure compliance with PSAS, GAAP, and funding agreement requirements. The role provides financial guidance across departments to support program delivery and decision-making.

The incumbent will supervise and mentor Finance Officers, coordinate audits, and contribute to policy improvements, strengthening organizational financial capacity within the First Nation community.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting with minimum 3 years' experience in financial management OR 5 years' experience in accounting/financial roles.
• Experience preparing and analyzing operating budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and management reports.
• Experience managing contribution agreements, grants, funding agreements, claims, and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience coordinating audit requirements and preparing supporting documentation.
• Experience in government setting (supports PSAS requirement).
• Supervisory or leadership experience, including mentoring and staff development.
• Experience with payroll processing/administration is an asset.
• Experience supporting procurement processes, contract administration, or capital asset management is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations in accordance with legislation, funding agreements, and policies.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, analysis, and internal controls to support decision-making and program delivery.
• Monitor department budgets, prepare forecasts, conduct variance analyses, and support annual audits.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Report writing

Policy development

Communication

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Kwanlin Dün First Nation is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee daily financial operations and ensure compliance with PSAS, GAAP, and funding agreement requirements. The role provides financial guidance across departments to support program delivery and decision-making.

The incumbent will supervise and mentor Finance Officers, coordinate audits, and contribute to policy improvements, strengthening organizational financial capacity within the First Nation community.