Finance Officer

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A local indigenous community organization in Northeastern Ontario seeks a Finance Officer to manage general accounting and bookkeeping for affiliated entities. Responsibilities include generating financial statements, reconciling accounts, and assisting in budget preparation. The ideal candidate must possess excellent financial management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational and communication abilities. The position offers a salary of $65,009. Those interested should submit their application to the provided contact email.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of financial management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• High standards of ethics and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Generate monthly financial statements for distribution.
• Review financial statements and general ledger listings.
• Perform reconciliations for various accounts.

Skills

Financial management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Quality management systems

Organizational skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Finance Officer

The Wikwemikong Co-ordinated Financial Services Unit is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Finance Officer. Working under the supervision of the Chief Finance Controller previously (Band Finance Manager), the Finance Officer will perform various general accounting and bookkeeping duties for the WUT and related companies.

The responsibilities within this position are flexible and may be adjusted accordingly to community and organizational needs and priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Generate monthly financial statements for distribution to Program Managers, Finance & Administration Committee, and Chief Council
• Review financial statements and general ledger listings with Program Managers, prepare adjustments as required
• Review transactions, then record and post transactions to the general ledger
• Perform reconciliations for various accounts
• Maintain general bookkeeping for WUT affiliated entities (Wikwemikong Development Commission Enaadmaagehjik, Wii-ni n’ gutchtood L.M.S., Your Dollarstore with More, Rainbow Ridge Gold Course)
• Assist program managers with preparing financial budgets for funders
• Assist program managers with budgets and record budget data to the financial accounting system
• Assist other finance personnel
• Other duties as required

Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of financial management systems
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Familiarity with quality management systems
• High standards of ethics and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn and implement new concepts
• Exercise good judgment, show initiative and be proactive
• Able to work overtime when evening work is required
• Knowledge of Anishnaabbemowin culture and committed to continual learning and development

Salary Range:

Grade 5 Step 1 $65,009.00

Please submit a cover letter, resume, copies of diplomas and/or certificates, and 3 work related references (within the last 3 years) to:

Confidential – Finance Officer Position

19A Complex Dr, P.O. Box 112

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve

Wiikwemkoong, ON P0P 2J0

Email: [e-mail]

We thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.