Finance Officer

JOB POSTING

Position Title: Finance Officer- Full-time - Permanent Position

Position Description: Under the general direction of the Accounting Manager, the Finance Officer will perform internal control functions, account reconciliation, general ledger administration and preparation of audit working papers.

Major Responsibilities:

• Process and/or verify financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal policies and procedures
• Complete weekly Accounts Payable cycle meeting organizational deadlines
• Set up and maintain vendor accounts to ensure current data
• Monitor and enforce existing financial policies and procedures and assist with identifying areas for improvement relevant to accounting and internal control, budgeting, forecasting, and project tracking
• Communicate and collaborate with the Accounting Manager as well as the Finance Department Staff to ensure consistent practices and procedures within the department
• Assist with the internal development, leadership and mentorship of other Finance department staff including Finance Clerks in order to improve internal capacity
• Collate information for various reports and remittances to funding/government agencies and management
• Prepare account reconciliations
• Prepare journal entries as required
• Assist with audit and prepare audit working papers
• Attend meetings as required
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned

Working Conditions:

• Travel may be required
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds
• Overtime as required

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in accounting is required, combined with a minimum of three (3) years experience in the accounting field. Enrolment in the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) program of study is encouraged.
• Experience working within First Nations management.
• Ability to work within a team setting and fast-paced work environment and is expected to initiate and problem-solve with collaboration from supervisors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• High level of experience of financial software is required (Microsoft Dynamics would be considered an asset).
• Must be bondable and pass a Criminal Reference Check.

Salary: $64,336 Annually

Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3) references, must be received by 11:59 pm on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Please direct your application to the attention of:

Human Resources- Recruitment

Ph: 807-623-9543 Fax: 807-623-5190

Email: jobs@fwfn.com

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