ABOUT US
The Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management is a significant expression of Indigenous ingenuity and modern efforts to shed the colonial legacy of the Indian Act. Our team at the First Nation Lands Management Resource Centre (FNLMRC) is cutting edge, dedicated and experienced in assisting First Nations with developing workable solutions to the everyday challenges of community led lands and resources governance. We are currently seeking a motivated and qualified individual to fill the role of Manager Of Finance position within our organization.
CURRENT POSITIONS BEING STAFFED: 1
Location – Within Canada, to be determined based on the successful candidate.
Applicants meeting the essential criteria outlined below will be placed in a pool of partially assessed qualified candidates for consideration for future vacancies. Applications may be kept on file for a period up to one year.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Reporting to the Director, Finance & Administration, the Manager of Finance provides support to senior management and the director on accounting matters and leads the full cycle reporting, maintaining and improving of processes and controls for day-to-day financial administration of the RC.
This may include the following:
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Work with the Director, Finance & Administration to Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly and annual internal/external financial statements and reports.
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Assist with the preparation of annual audited financial statements where required.
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Support the Director, Finance & Administration with maintaining and updating financial policies, procedures and controls.
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Support Director of Finance with special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis.
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Answer inquiries and provide information to RC staff, LAB Directors and First Nations on RC financial policies and procedures related to travel and expenses.
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Prepare or assist in preparing various financial or administrative reports for Senior Management and/or Government
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Prepare or assist in federal funding tasks/applications to support organization and First Nations.
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Prepare documentation as needed to assist the Director Finance and Administration with forecasting, annual budgets and to draft quarterly as well as annual financial and administrative reports.
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Support the Director Finance and Administration and senior management with funding negotiations with Canada.
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Manages the financial services support staff.
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Any other related workload in keeping with the FNLMRC’s responsibilities in implementing the Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the position identified above, or for inclusion in the pool, please demonstrate how you meet the following essential criteria:
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CPA designation or candidate – preferred (Qualified CPA (CA, CGA, CMA), with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce or a related discipline)
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Post secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent.
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Five (5) years of financial accounting experience
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Three (3) years’ experience in working with First Nations preferred
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Experience with financial data analysis, auditing, and financial statement preparation
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Five (5) years of managing full cycle accounting/financial reporting for multiple entities
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Two (2) years’ experience at a management level with supervisory experience (asset)
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Experience working in nonprofit organizations preferred
The following essential requirements will be assessed at a later date, either through an interview, written assessment and/or reference checks:
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Knowledge generally accepted accounting principles
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Knowledge of federal transfer payment programs is preferred
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Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills
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Effective interpersonal relationships
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Strong organizational, time management and project management skills
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Strong analytical thinking skills
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High level of initiative and strong problems solving skills
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Ability to collaborate within team and across the organization
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Strong customer service focus
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Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
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Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and with external partners
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Advanced skills in MS Office products, particularly in Excel
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Proficiency in QuickBooks and CaseWare
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Tact and Good judgement.
ASSETS
If you meet any of the following, please explain how you meet these asset criteria.
OTHER
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Must be willing to travel
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Candidates must possess a valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle.
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Candidate must work from a home office environment and be centrally located to facilitate travel.
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Access to high-speed internet connection
PREFERENCE
- Due to the amount of work with First Nation communities, preference may be given to candidates with First Nations ancestry.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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Satisfactory criminal records check and education verification.
WHAT WE OFFER
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A competitive starting annual salary from $106,000.00 (starting salary is based on education and experience)
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An opportunity to work from a home office setting
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3 weeks paid vacation
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A comprehensive benefits package consisting of paid sick leave, extended health, and dental coverage as well as access to short- and long-term disability benefits
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Access 24/7 to an employee assistance program
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Opportunity to participate in an employee savings program (TFSA/RSP)
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Education allowance and access to annual education leave
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CAA membership
If you would like to be considered for this rewarding opportunity, please apply your COVERLETTER along with your resume.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
