FINANCE MANAGER

Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations
Campbell River
CAD 60,000 - 80,000
Job description

The Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations (KCFNs) are a progressive, forward-thinking, modern, First Nations Treaty Government. The KCFN Government is growing and needs to add a new, top-notch, Finance Manager (FM) to its team of professionals. Reporting to the CFO, the FM supervises a small team of finance/accounting line staff. He or she distributes the financial resources of KCFN, is involved in budget planning, and supports the management team by offering insights and financial advice that will allow them to make the best business decisions. The FM has an analytical mind, strong business/government acumen, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to probe further into data. This exciting career opportunity comes with a competitive salary, group benefits/pension, and time off to achieve work-life balance! If you’re seeking career growth and desire a great place to work, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll do:

  1. Supervises/leads/manages the Finance Department’s small team of finance/accounting technicians and payroll administrator
  2. Coordinates, assigns, and reviews the work/tasks of the finance/accounting technicians and payroll administrator
  3. Creates and fosters a culture of cooperation/communication across departments
  4. Manages conflict in a healthy way (diffuses hostile situations before they occur or escalate)
  5. Supports employees with various issues/problems in other KCFN Departments
  6. Consults and partners with HR on employee-related matters/issues (i.e., recruiting, onboarding, terminations, performance management, succession planning, training, professional development, pay/compensation)
  7. Monitors the day-to-day financial operations of KCFN (i.e., payroll, invoicing, and other various financial transactions)
  8. Prepares financial reports to senior management (monthly, quarterly as needed)
  9. Participates with activities or tasks associated with audits (internal or external)
  10. Participates in strategic data analysis, research, and modeling
  11. Supports with project analysis, validation of plans, and ad-hoc requests
  12. Creates, maintains and develops filing systems (electronic or hardcopy) to enhance efficiency
  13. Manages KCFN's financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems
  14. Ensures full compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements (i.e., GAAP)
  15. Complies with KCFN, federal, provincial, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, conducting financial reports, and making suggestions on various actions to the CFO
  16. Protects KCFN’s operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential
  17. Creates and fosters a culture of safety/safe work practices consistent with applicable occupational health and safety standards/regulations
  18. May sit on the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee
  19. Other duties/tasks as assigned by the CFO – or his/her designate

Our ideal candidate:

  1. Degree in finance, accounting, business (or related field)
  2. Professional certification/designation (CPA or working towards) – highly desired
  3. History of ongoing professional development in finance/accounting – asset
  4. 5+ years working in a finance or accounting management role
  5. 5+ years of experience leading and developing teams
  6. Demonstrated ability to synthesize large quantities of complex data into actionable information
  7. Demonstrated ability/willingness to work and effectively communicate with other employees
  8. Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision-making skills
  9. Knowledge of financial reporting and data mining tools such as SQL and Access
  10. Superior skills in Office 365, Adagio, Adobe, and other applicable software programs
  11. Project management experience (i.e., implementation of new accounting related software programs) – asset
  12. An understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis
  13. An understanding of national and provincial tax regulations and compliance reporting
  14. Experience in managing payroll (with a focus on streamlining accounting processes)
  15. Strong organizational and conflict management resolution skills (with trauma informed focus)
  16. An understanding of the concurrent law model and BC Modern Treaties – asset
  17. Experience working with Indigenous organizations and an understanding of Nuu-chah-nulth culture – asset
  18. Experience working in remote settings – asset
  19. Flexibility to pitch-in and help subordinates when needed

Company

Location

Campbell River

Contact Info

This competition is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada
CLOSING DATE & TIME: Open until filled
START DATE: ASAP
STATUS: Full-time, permanent
DATE POSTED: Dec 12/24
COMPENSATION: $80K to $100K per annum with group benefits, pension & EAP
TO APPLY: E-mail cover letter & resume to Dwayne Worthing, Chief HR Officer, at:
dwaynew@kcfirstnations.com citing “FM” in the subject heading of your e-mail.
In accordance with the provisions of the Canadian Human Rights Act and/or the Employment Equity Act, preference may be given to Indigenous applicants.
We thank all those who apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.

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