Finance Officer – Casual – La Ronge, SK

Lac La Ronge Indian Band; La Ronge; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent Finance Officer to join their team in La Ronge. This casual role focuses on maintaining the Financial and Accounting System, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with funding agencies. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Business Administration or related fields and have substantial experience in accounting practices. Join a community-oriented organization where your skills will contribute to the financial health of band programs and support Aboriginal interests. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in full cycle accounting and budgeting.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial information from the computerized accounting system.
• Process transactions in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

Skills

Full cycle accounting

Budgeting

Advanced accounting software proficiency

MS Word

MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Education

2-year Diploma in Business Administration

Accounting

Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Email applications

Job description

CLOSED COMPETITION
(Restricted to LLRIB Members)

FINANCE OFFICER

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Finance Department is now accepting applications for a Casual position based out of La Ronge, SK.

This position reports to the Director of Finance & Administration and aims to organize and maintain the Financial and Accounting System of the Finance Department.

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

1. Provide financial information from the computerized accounting system, including reports such as:

• Monthly Variance Financial Statements / general ledger data
• Monthly Student Pay-lists

Process transactions in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and bank reconciliations.

Administer and monitor financial activities for band programs as required.

Report to various funding agencies.

Prepare for the annual year-end audit.

Maintain the computerized accounting system.

Maintain financial files and records, including scanning and archiving documents according to policy.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

1. 2-year Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in full cycle accounting and budgeting.
3. Advanced proficiency with accounting software and applications.
4. Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and email.
5. Knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, laws, and reporting requirements.
6. Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
8. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
9. Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
10. Ability to provide a recent Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Check and SGI Driver Abstract.
11. Must be bondable.

Date of Posting: April 23, 2025
Deadline: Until suitable candidate is found.

Submit cover letter and resume with three (3) professional references (excluding Chief & Councillors or family members), one being your current or most recent supervisor, to:

• Human Resource Office, Fax: [phone]
• Lac La Ronge Indian Band, Phone: [phone]
• Box 480, La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0
• Email: [e-mail]
• Online: https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

NOTE: Applications received without proper documentation shall not be considered. References must be from people you reported to and who had direct supervisory authority. Please indicate permission to contact references in your cover letter. Include your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted; an interview via Teams may be arranged.
• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Preference will be given to Aboriginal applicants who meet the skill and experience requirements, as this position primarily serves Aboriginal interests.