Financial Controller

Yukon First Nations Wildfire; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization founded on Indigenous values is looking for a Financial Controller in Whitehorse, Yukon. This full-time role involves overseeing financial operations, managing day-to-day finances, and contributing to strategic financial planning. Candidates should have a strong background in financial management and be comfortable working independently as well as within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial management, accounting, or bookkeeping.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Payworks, and Plooto.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage day-to-day financials: payroll, accounts payable/receivable.
• Prepare financial statements and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CPA designation or equivalent experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Payworks

Plooto

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yukon First Nation’s Wildfire (YFNW) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Controller to join our team. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to support a dynamic, growing organization grounded in Indigenous values, operational excellence, and community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

This is a hands-on role that covers the full spectrum of financial management—from high-level strategy to day-to-day detail. Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Managing the day-to-day financials: processing payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Entering and organizing receipts, invoices, and supporting documents
• Supporting project-based tracking and financial reporting
• Preparing financial statements and liaising with auditors
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and internal controls
• Contributing to strategic financial planning and organizational decision-making

Qualifications:

• Strong experience in financial management, accounting, or bookkeeping—CPA designation is welcome but equivalent hands-on experience is equally valued Strong background in day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting practices
• Experience using the following tools:
• QuickBooks
• Payworks
• Plooto
• Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently while being an active part of a collaborative, in-office team environment, with potential for remote work