The Wet’suwet’en First Nation Finance Department is seeking a professional and highly-skilled individual to undertake the administrative and financial reporting functions of the office on a full-time basis (35 hours per week). The Finance Officer will report to the General Manager and/or the Chief and Council. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 20, 2022
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain the general ledger
- Prepare monthly financial statements/reconciliation of bank statements
- Prepare annual cash flow statements
- Prepare for year-end audits
- Prepare the Annual Budget Package for approval and assist departments with their budget formulation
- Produce departmental financial reports
- Remittances to Receiver General and WCB
- Prepare Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bank Deposits, and T4s
- Produce financial reports for Chief and Council as requested
- Account reconciliations monthly
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma and College Degree or Financial Certification with a minimum of 5 years
- professional work experience
- Must treat confidentiality as a priority in the workplace and demonstrate good judgment
- Experience working in a First Nation setting
- Reliable, strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to learn and apply new skills in a quick and confident manner
- Knowledge of computer software applications, ability to create spreadsheets for reporting purposes
- Must be fully trained in Paydirt Payroll Software and Adagio Accounting Software
- Ability to work independently and understand financial accounting principles
- Experience with Fund Accounting
- Knowledge of Wet’suwet’en language and culture is an asset
- Possess a valid BC Driver’s License and have their own transportation
- Must undergo a Criminal Record Check
WAGE RANGE
To be commensurate with education and experience.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Monday, June 20, 2022.
Please submit a cover letter and resume with three (3) references to the address below:
WET’SUWET’EN FIRST NATION
ATTN: Debbie West, General Manager
P.O. Box 760, Burns Lake B.C. V0J 1E0
Fax: 250-698-7480
Email: gm@wetsuweten.net
No phone calls, please.
NOTE: Only successful applicants will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.