Reporting to the Director of Operations the Director of Finance and Administration will oversee the Finance, Human Resources and Administration areas with the Nation. The Director will use their administrative expertise to lead the financial operations and ensure the smooth functioning of the Administration office.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support all planning activities to advance the George Gordon First Nation (GGFN) guiding principles, to promote revenue, profitability and growth of the Nation
• Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with GGFN strategic plans, in collaboration with all areas of the Nation
• Lead the finance and accounting functions including annual budgeting, forecasting, business planning, analysis, reporting, capital planning, insurance, asset management, audits, cost control and acquisitions
• Establish and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with internal and external contacts, including consultants, auditors, financial institutions, government funding agencies, Indigenous communities, and the public while also collaborating closely with Chief and Council, Elders, Boards of Directors, and community members
• Monitor and assess the financial performance of the organization against budgets and explore, analyze and report variances for discussion and decision-making
• Work alongside key Nation members, staff and authorities to ensure the reporting requirements, policy and government funding agencies are met
• Identify risks to the organization to develop and implement internal controls and mitigation tactics within a risk management framework
• Oversee the year-end audit process
• Coordinate the development/renewal of policies and procedures required for good governance and management of the organization
• Other assigned duties as required
QUALFICATIONS:
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or related field, a minimum of 10+ years of experience in finance, accounting, and auditing, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior role overseeing the finance function, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) designations are considered assets
• Proficient in using financial and accounting software (e.g., Sage) and spreadsheets, and other office applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word)
• Knowledge of public and federal policies that apply to First Nation’s
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, as well as organizational and time management skills.
Application Deadline: will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Forward cover letter, resume and three (3) written, previous work references by email to:
Email: [email protected]
Applicants will only be considered if all the required documentation is received by the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
