Finance Officer

Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory; Tipton; Sur place; GBP 31 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Coordinated Financial Services Unit (CFSU) is seeking applications for the position of Finance Officer. Reporting to the Chief Financial Controller, the Finance Officer provides budget support, financial analysis, funding reporting assistance, and accounting administration services to Program Managers and departments.

The role supports departmental financial planning and decision-making, contributing to stewardship and accountability of financial

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with financial accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, email and internet applications.
• Ability to generate, read and design spreadsheets.
• Experience working with First Nations and knowledge of Anishinaabemowin and culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.

Responsabilités

• Assist Program Managers with annual budget preparation, budget monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Monitor departmental revenues and expenditures and provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Perform monthly recurring, miscellaneous accounting entries for WUT and affiliated entities.
• Prepare and distribute monthly departmental financial statements, budget reports, General Ledger listings for senior management.
• Perform bookkeeping and financial records for assigned affiliated entities, special projects, and programs.
• Complete band owned entity bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and balanced.
• Support departments in the preparation and submission of funding reports and ensure compliance with funding agreement requirements.
• Maintain financial records, budget files, contracts, agreements, and supporting documentation for assigned departments and programs.
• Assist with audit preparation by compiling schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to information requests.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, processes, and service delivery while providing support to departments and finance team members.
• Participate in meetings, training, special projects, and other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Controller

Connaissances

MS Office

Spreadsheets

Communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Team collaboration

First Nations knowledge

Formation

Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Accounting

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Summary

The Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Coordinated Financial Services Unit (CFSU) is seeking applications
from qualified individuals for the position of Finance Officer. Reporting to the Chief Financial Controller, the
Finance Officer provides budget support, financial analysis, funding reporting assistance, and accounting
administration services to Program Managers and departments. This position serves as a key resource for
departmental financial planning and decision-making while contributing to the effective stewardship and
accountability of WUT financial resources.
The responsibilities within this position are flexible and may be adjusted according to community and
organizational needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Managers with annual budget preparation, budget monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Monitor departmental revenues and expenditures and provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Perform monthly reoccurring, miscellaneous accounting entries for WUT and affiliated entities.
• Prepare and distribute monthly departmental financial statements, budget reports, General Ledger listings for senior management.
• Perform bookkeeping and financial records for assigned affiliated entities, special projects, and programs.
• Complete band owned entity bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and balanced.
• Support departments in the preparation and submission of funding reports and ensure compliance with funding agreement requirements.
• Maintain financial records, budget files, contracts, agreements, and supporting documentation for assigned departments and programs.
• Assist with audit preparation by compiling schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to information requests.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, processes, and service delivery while providing support to departments and finance team members.
• Participate in meetings, training, special projects, and other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Controller

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with financial accounting software
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, email, and internet applications
• Must have the ability to generate, read and design spreadsheets
• Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
• Exercise good judgment, show initiative and be proactive
• Experience working with First Nations and knowledge of Anishinaabemowin and culture.

Salary Range:
Grade 5, Step 1 – $65,009.
2nd Posting Date: October 09th, 2026
Closing Date: October 23rd, 2026

Please submit a covering letter, resume, 3 work related references and copies of your qualifications to:
Confidential: Finance Officer Position
Box 112 19A Complex Drive
Wiikwemkoong Unceded Indian Reserve
Wiikwemkoong ON P0P 2J0
[e-mail]

We thank all interested applicants. Please submit copies as there is no return of submissions.