Financial Analyst

First Nations Financial Management Board; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national First Nation institution is seeking a Financial Analyst to perform high-quality analysis of financial statements and manage service delivery throughout the certification process. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education, experience in finance or accounting, and strong analytical skills. This position offers remote work options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Employer-paid extended benefits

Flexible work hours

Annual vacation and paid stat/non-stat days

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in the public or non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards is an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations in a financial or advisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Establish proactive relationships with First Nation clients.
• Respond to client inquiries related to Standards and Certification.
• Collect data and prepare regular reports on certification status.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting principles

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Client relationship management

Education

Post-secondary education with CAFM designation or ACAF certificate

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Recruiter: First Nations Financial Management Board

Why Apply

Work with a growing national team dedicated to reconciliation at the First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB). We support First Nations in developing and implementing sound administrative governance and finance practices, which are fully optional and provided free of charge. Established under the First Nations Fiscal Management Act (FMA) in 2006, the FMB has been serving First Nations ever since.

FMB values its staff and offers flexible work hours, generous extended benefits, vacations, matching RRSP contributions, and opportunities for professional development and career growth. If you want to leverage your skills and expertise while advancing your career, we want to work with you. A career at FMB is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse, and inclusive team doing transformative work on a national scale.

Position Overview

The First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) is a national First Nation institution created by the FMA. The FMB supports First Nations in their social and economic well-being through the development of strong governance and financial management systems.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Standards and Certification (SAC), the Financial Analyst performs high-quality analysis of financial statements in accordance with approved procedures, standards, and guidelines. The Financial Analyst manages service delivery throughout all phases of the certification process.

Responsibilities

1. Establish proactive, positive, and constructive relationships with First Nation clients;
2. Maintain current records of each client's certification progress using the FMB's client relationship management system;
3. Catalogue client documents using the FMB's records management software;
4. Respond to client inquiries related to Standards and Certification;
5. Assist the Senior Manager in preparing materials for SAC Committee and Board meetings;
6. Collect data and prepare regular reports on certification status using the client relationship management system;
7. Contribute to strategic planning and ongoing improvement of policies, procedures, and operations;
8. Organize and retain engagement file documentation according to policies;
9. Collaborate with other service lines to support organizational initiatives;
10. Perform additional duties such as financial policy analysis, technical research, and project contributions as needed.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a CAFM designation or ACAF certificate;
• 1-2 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in the public or non-profit sector;
• Strong understanding of accounting principles;
• Knowledge of Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards is an asset;
• Experience with financial analysis and reporting;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Strong analytical and report writing skills;
• Excellent organizational skills; experience with document management systems is an asset;
• Proven teamwork success;
• Experience working with First Nations in a financial or advisory capacity;
• Outgoing, energetic, and committed to client success;
• Fluency in French or an Indigenous language is an asset;
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively, set goals, and organize tasks efficiently.

Equivalent or relevant education and experience may be considered.

Working Conditions

• This position can be based in West Vancouver, BC, or remotely within British Columbia;
• Occasional national travel may be required.

What We Offer

• Salary and annual bonus eligibility;
• Flexible 37.5-hour work week;
• Employer-paid extended benefits;
• Matching group RRSP contributions;
• Health Spending Account;
• Annual vacation and paid stat/non-stat days;
• Work-life balance and remote/hybrid work options;
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

FMB is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion. Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous descent as a First Nations organization.