NNEC FINANCE OFFICER

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Officer to join their dedicated team. This role involves managing financial operations, including reconciliation of accounts, cash flow monitoring, and maintaining the general ledger. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting, exceptional organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization focused on educational services for First Nations communities. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the required experience, we encourage you to apply and be part of a meaningful mission.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Business Administration and 2 years of experience required.
• Proven experience with Sage and financial management software.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile General Ledger accounts and monitor cash flow.
• Maintain computerized general ledger and enter journal entries.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Management

Sage

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Business Administration

Five years of experience in financial management

Tools

Financial Management Software

Computer Systems

Job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NNEC is a non-profit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and post-secondary education programs and services for First Nations people. NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School, Pelican Falls Centre, Pelican Falls Wellness Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, and Wahsa Distance Education Centre. NNEC has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout, and Thunder Bay. NNEC welcomes applications for the following position:

Finance Officer

Sioux Lookout

The Finance Department provides payroll, accounts payable, collection, cash management, and financial planning services for NNEC’s programs and projects under the direction of the Financial Controller. The Finance Officer will be responsible for reconciliation of General Ledger accounts including bank accounts, monitoring of cash flow, maintaining computerized general ledger, and entering general journal entries.

Qualifications:

1. A degree or diploma in Accounting or Business Administration and two years of accounting experience OR the equivalent of five years of experience in a senior bookkeeping/financial management position in a non-profit organization.
2. Proven working experience with Sage.
3. Experience with computer systems and financial management software.
4. Exceptional organizational skills while paying attention to detail.
5. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
6. A working knowledge and/or sensitivity to and understanding of NNEC, First Nation communities, and relevant issues.

Salary: Salary level to commensurate with education and experience.

NNEC thanks all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NNEC requires a Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check for all positions. This position is open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three references (with written permission for NNEC to contact) to Human Resources, NNEC Head Office, fax [phone] or by email to [e-mail].