Finance Officer

MMF; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Pension

Vacation

Parking

In-house restaurant

Job summary

Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) invites applications for a full-time Finance Officer in the Finance Department, based in Winnipeg, MB. The role handles verification, calculation, processing, recording, remitting and reconciling finances for an assigned portfolio.

Main duties include processing bills, maintaining financial records, reviewing monthly reports, and assisting with budgeting. Travel and knowledge of MMF culture are assets; parking and on-site restaurant available.

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years' experience in Finance or similar position.
• Informed knowledge of all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience working with Accpac for Windows or similar accounting program and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid understanding of general applied accounting principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Excellent mathematical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines while multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred.
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Verify, calculate, prepare, and process bills, invoices, and service provider claims.
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards procedures and internal controls.
• Review monthly Finance Reports and note any discrepancies.
• Conduct financial and activity monitoring as required;Prepare statistical, financial and account reports.
• Verify, calculate, prepare regional office staff travel claims for submission.
• Prepare and monitor purchase orders.
• Assist with budget preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence, reports, forms, and other documents.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Multitasking

Mathematical skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration in Accounting

Tools

Accpac for Windows

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Salary Range: $57,525.00 To $70,812.00 Annually

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

one full-time Finance Officer position within our Finance Departmentlocated at 150 Henry Avenuein Winnipeg, MB. The Finance Officer is responsible for the verification, calculation, processing, recording, remitting, and reconciling of finances of an assigned portfolio within the Finance Department.

• Verify, calculate, prepare, and process bills, invoices, and service provider claims;
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards procedures and internal controls;
• Review monthly Finance Reports and note any discrepancies;
• Conduct financial and activity monitoring as required;Prepare statistical, financial and account reports;
• Verify, calculate, prepare regional office staff travel claims for submission;
• Prepare and monitor purchase orders;
• Assist with budget preparation;
• Draft and proofread correspondence, reports, forms, and other documents.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Completion of post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum of three years' experience in Finance or similar position;
• Informed knowledge of all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable;
• Experience working with Accpac for Windows or similar accounting program and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Solid understanding of general applied accounting principles;
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records;
• Excellent mathematical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Ability to meet deadlines while multitasking in a fast-paced environment;
• Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation. Access to parking and an in-house restaurant is available.

The MMF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.