Senior Accounting Officer

National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous financial organization in Canada is seeking a Senior Accounting Officer to oversee daily accounting operations and support strategic financial improvements. Candidates should have at least 6 years of relevant experience and a degree in Accounting or Finance, along with advanced skills in Excel and familiarity with accounting software. This role embraces a hybrid work model and prefers candidates with experience in Indigenous communities. Competitive compensation and strong benefits included.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Defined Benefits Pension Plan

Paid Time Off including 14 Statutory Holidays

Ongoing Professional Development

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Proven experience with data tables and advanced Excel functions.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day accounting and financial processes.
• Manage budget preparation and monitor expenses.
• Participate in year-end external audits.

Skills

Microsoft Excel expertise

Accounting software familiarity

Cost accounting knowledge

Data analysis skills

Communication skills

Education

University Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, or Finance

CPA designation (or working towards)

Tools

Sage 3000

Ceridian

Job description

Vision

The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association ("NACCA") is dedicated to stimulating economic growth for all Indigenous people in Canada, driven by a network of over 50 Indigenous Financial Institutions ("IFIs"). Our mission is to ignite economic progress for all Indigenous communities by empowering entrepreneurs and advancing prosperity. We champion Indigenous economic development through unified representation, transparent reporting of IFI accomplishments, strategic partnerships, and targeted programs and services tailored to the specific needs of IFIs.

Why NACCA?

• Attractive compensation package with excellent benefits, including
  • Health, Paramedical, Vision, Dental, and Employee Family Assistance Program.
  • Defined Benefits Pension Plan.
• Supportive workplace environment and benefits focused on Indigenous culture and sensitivity.
• Ongoing Professional Development.
• Scheduling to support work-life balance.
• Paid Time Off including
  • 14 Statutory Holidays for Full-Time Employees.
  • Sick Time.
  • Competitive Vacation Time/Pay.
  • Personal Days.
  • December Holiday Period.

Position Summary

The Senior Accounting Officer will coordinate and participate in day-to-day accounting and financial processes for NACCA and its group of companies. They will also participate in monthly bank and investment reconciliations, annual audit requirements, and support other financial and accounting duties while contributing to the continuous improvement of the accounting policies, processes, and controls, ensuring compliance across the organization. This role will additionally provide financial and economic advice and analysis on current and new business opportunities and facilitate a positive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting

• Plan, set up, and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and assist with the preparation of financial statements and accompanying analysis.
• Manage prepaid, accruals, bank reconciliations and fixed asset registry.
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and journal entries of various GL accounts.
• Participate in the year-end process, the preparation of financial statements, and the notes to financial statements.
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.

Management Accounting

• Process documentation.
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Analyze data collected to determine the state of the organization's financial health.
• Assist the finance team with financial statement preparation, reports, and analysis of key performance indicators for the Senior Management, Board of Directors, and Board Committees.
• Contract management and reporting.
• Review and approval of expenses submitted by employees.
• HST tax reasonability and filing.
• Assist in the analysis and implementation of new accounting standards, as required.
• Assist with the preparation and review of business cases.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with programs teams to ensure alignment of processes and program financial data.

Audits

• Participate in the year-end external audit via preparation of reports and financial analysis.
• Respond to external auditor ad hoc queries.

Information Systems

• Review, maintain, and align internal controls, processes, and systems.
• Support the development and implementation of improvements to forms, technology, and processes used to collect financial data.
• Examine the proficiency of the software programs used to organize data.
• Support the development of reporting framework to managers and programs.

Payroll

• Maintain internal controls, processes, and systems related to payroll payments per policies approved by the Board.
• Oversee timely, accurate payroll, update records, and ensure employee data security.
• Work with the human resources team on benefits, pensions, deductions, and employee inquiries.
• Maintain positive working relationship with payroll service provider.
• Analyze payroll costs and generate files for general ledger posting.

Other

• Support NACCA related entities on shared services, ensuring that conflict of interest guidelines are adhered to.
• Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a University Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, or Finance is required.
• Currently working toward completion of CPA designation or completion of CPA designation in good standing is considered an asset.
• While a post-secondary education is preferred, candidates with a combination of relevant experience and education may also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience working with accounting software, preferably Ceridian and Sage 3000.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Excel, specifically pivot tables, data tables, advanced functions, and data models.
• Prior experience working with Indigenous communities and/or organization is preferred.

Abilities, Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories, principles, methods, practices, and terminology.
• Knowledge of the application of data processing and terminology as it applies to maintaining financial control and accounting records.
• Knowledge of techniques commonly used in locating errors in accounting records.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and cost funding procedures.
• Ability to interpret and analyze (non-profit) financial statements.

This is a unionized position.

Primary Location: Ottawa, Ontario. National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) operates on a hybrid work model.

Persons of Indigenous ancestry will be given preference in hiring in accordance with applicable human rights legislation (OHRC, section 24(1)).

NACCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and other applicable legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or interviewing, please advise if you require accommodation.