About the Role
Gitwangak First Nation is seeking a practical, organized, and trustworthy Finance Manager to lead the day to-day work of the Finance Department. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Finance Manager supports budgeting, financial reporting, audit readiness, internal controls, cash flow monitoring, funding accountability, and clear financial information for leadership and managers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the Senior Finance Clerk and Finance Clerk, including work planning, review, coaching, and support for cross-training and continuity.
- Oversee core finance operations including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, receipting, deposits, reconciliations, and organized financial records.
- Lead and coordinate the annual budget process and support practical forecasting, budget-to-actual reporting, and variance explanations.
- Coordinate audit preparation, year-end working papers, schedules, reconciliations, and follow-up items with auditors and management.
- Support implementation of Gitwangak’s Financial Administration Law, finance policies, internal controls, delegated authority requirements, and sound documentation practices.
- Support funder reporting, agreement tracking, reimbursement requests, and finance support to housing, public works, health, education, prevention, social development, administration, and capital projects.
- Monitor cash flow needs, short-term financial pressures, banking controls, and emerging financial risks, and bring forward practical options to management.
- Help build financial understanding across Gitwangak by providing clear information, practical tools, and support to managers and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A CPA designation, or active enrolment as a CPA candidate working toward designation, would be an asset.
- Progressive experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, audit preparation, financial reporting, or related work. Supervisory or team-lead experience is preferred.
- Experience in a First Nation, Indigenous organization, public sector, non-profit, or community service environment is a strong asset.
- Experience with accounting systems, spreadsheets, electronic filing, financial report preparation, year end working papers, audit support, funder reporting, and internal controls.
- Knowledge of payroll, source deductions, remittances, receivables, payables, reconciliations, and practical month-end and year-end processes.
- Knowledge of First Nation funding environments, ISC-related financial reporting, CMHC or housing related finance, and project accounting is an asset.
What We Are Looking For
- Strong financial judgment, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain finance issues in accessible terms.
- Ability to organize and review large volumes of financial information and supporting documents.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
- Ability to build trust with staff, managers, leadership, auditors, and external partners.
- Ability to balance service, compliance, deadlines, and internal controls.
- Cultural awareness and respect for for Gitxsan traditions, community relationships, confidentiality, and Indigenous ways of working.
Why This Role Matters
This role helps Gitwangak strengthen financial discipline, improve reporting and audit readiness, support sound decision-making, and protect community resources while the Nation advances housing, infrastructure, services, and capital priorities.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter explaining how your experience aligns with this role and why you would be a strong fit for Gitwangak First Nation.
Applications can be submitted to: [email protected]
Closing Date: June 15, 2026, or until filled
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
