Details:
oversee the day to day activities of the finance department and will be responsible for the following:
• Ensuring policies and financial controls are effectively developed, implemented and monitored;
• Supporting Program Managers to ensure compliance with Funding Agreements (ISC, NTC, CMHC etc.);
• Preparing monthly financial statements to Chief and Council and Administrator on a regular basis;
• Maintain the chart of accounts and reconcile banks and various accounts for the Band, program departments and related businesses;
• Preparation and presentation to Chief and Council of the annual budget and regular financial reports;
• Ongoing monitoring of cash flow, as well as predicting future cash flow needs;
• Capacity development of all Band staff, primarily the finance staff, in relation to financial management;
• Ensuring monthly, quarterly and annual working papers are prepared;
• Being a key contact with funding agencies, financial institutions, auditors, vendors and clients;
• Being a participating member of committees as required;
• Overseeing and implementing standardized accounting software within our financial operations;
• Working closely with the auditors of Ehattesaht First Nation to ensure the timely and accurate completion of the all related financial statements;
Qualifications & Experience:
Adagio, Paymate, Excel & Word
Bank reconciliation experience
Proven Sobriety, Bondable, Provide Criminal Record Check
Class 5 license and access to a vehicle
Accounting Designation or 5 years equivalent prior related experience