Financial Specialist/Strategic Development

Serpent River First Nation; Cutler; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Serpent River First Nation seeks a Financial Specialist/Strategic Development to review, modernize and implement Finance Department processes with a focus on financial management, automation and capacity building.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will develop work plans and coordinate initiatives based on identified needs, collaborating with multiple departments and consultants to implement improvements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management or related field.
• Three to five years of related financial-management experience.
• Three to five years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Experience reviewing financial processes and implementing improvements.
• Experience supporting automation, workflow redesign or financial-system enhancements.
• Experience preparing budgets, funding applications, financial reports and analyses.
• Knowledge of strategic development, operational planning, program review and project-management practices.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal legislation and regulations applicable to financial management.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, forms, communications and training materials.
• Experience working collaboratively with consultants, contractors, vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, modernize and implement Finance Department processes.
• Develop work plans and coordinate approved initiatives based on identified needs.
• Collaborate with Finance staff, the Director of Operations, consultants and other departments to implement improvements.
• Promote an integrated and inclusive service-delivery system and strengthen financial controls.
• Assist with training and development materials for staff across departments.

Skills

Financial management

Project management

Strategic development

Operational planning

Program review

Process improvement

Budgeting

Policy development

Training delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Finance/Accounting degree or diploma

Public Administration degree

Business Administration degree

Project Management degree

Job description

The Financial Specialist/Strategic Development position supports the review, analysis, modernization and implementation of Finance Department processes. The position focuses on financial management, strategic development, automation, workflow improvement, capacity building and integrated service delivery.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Financial Specialist/Strategic Development develops work plans and coordinates approved initiatives based on identified Serpent River First Nation financial-management needs. The position collaborates with Finance Department staff, the Director of Operations, consultants, contractors and representatives from other departments to implement sustainable process improvements, develop policies and procedures, strengthen financial controls and deliver training.

The Financial Specialist/Strategic Development acts as a conduit between Finance and other Serpent River First Nation departments during financial-process changes. The position promotes an integrated and inclusive service-delivery system that considers all programs and services available to the Serpent River First Nation. Through respectful collaboration and effective workplace structures, the position supports a healthy work environment and contributes to making the Serpent River First Nation an employer of choice.

Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of a diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management or a related field.
• Three to five years of related experience in financial management, project management, public administration or business administration.
• Three to five years of supervisory or management experience in a relevant capacity is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing financial processes and implementing improvements.
• Experience supporting automation, workflow redesign or financial-system enhancements.
• Experience preparing budgets, funding applications, financial reports and special analyses.
• Knowledge of strategic development, operational planning, program review and project-management practices.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal legislation and regulations applicable to financial management.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, forms, communications and training materials.
• Experience working collaboratively with consultants, contractors, vendors and cross-functional teams.

Employment Requirements and Conditions

• Ability to work a flexible 35-hour work week as established by Serpent River First Nation Administration in response to community needs.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within the first three months of employment.
• WHMIS certification or the ability to obtain it within the first three months of employment.
• Must provide a clear CPIC/criminal record check.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence with a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Reliable vehicle for work-related travel.
• Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.
• Travel may be required.

Don't meet every qualification?

Qualified Serpent River First Nation members or Indigenous applicants will be given priority consideration.