Financial Manager

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.
Financial Accounting and Reporting

1.1.
Responsible for all accounting functions and ensuring all internal controls are implemented and maintained.

1.2.
Implement financial procedures pertaining to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, perform bank reconciliations and manage cash flow.

1.3.
Maintain financial records for the Shibogama First Nations Council and the Fund Balances for Technical Services Projects, as required for Audit Reporting.

1.4.
Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports on the financial activities of individual projects and programs in accordance with General Accepted Accounting Program.

1.5.
Prepare and provide complete financial statements to ensure correctness of all entries, transfers, balances, and other financial information and accounting policies and procedures.

1.6.
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.

1.7.
Ensure all statutory requirements of the organization are met and all supporting information is documented and maintained for all financial transactions.

2.
Program and Project Budgeting

2.1.
Assist each Program Manager with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and review of six-month budgets.

2.2.
Assist staff with the preparation of budgets for funding applications.

2.3.
Ensure special projects and assignments are in compliance with the financial policy and have the approval of the Chiefs by resolution.

2.4.
Provide quarterly financial statements for each program and all projects.

2.5.
Ensure all reporting requirements of the funding agreements of each program and projects are submitted according to the schedules.

3.
Payroll preparation and administration

3.1.
Work with Travel & Payables Clerk on the preparation of all payroll functions so that the employees are paid in a timely manner.

3.2.
Administer the Canada Life Benefit and Pension Plans.

3.3.
Ensure that all statutory and benefits remittances are processed and submitted on time.

3.4.
Issue annual T4’s and any ROE’s required in a timely manner.

3.5.
Ensure all employees submit their approved leave forms for vacation, sick leave, and other leaves as per the SFNC policies.

3.6.
Provide assistance, when requested, to community Finance Clerks regarding payroll issues.

4.
Other Duties

4.1.
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time by the Executive Director.

4.2.
Assist the Executive Director with financial reporting as required for the Chiefs meetings and provide advice to support the decision-making process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.
Recognized professional designation in accounting is preferred or an equivalent education and experience.

2.
Minimum of three (3) years prior experience at a senior level in financial and data management.

3.
Working knowledge of federal and provincial legislation and regulations regarding employer and employee matters.

4.
An understanding of General Accepted Accounting Procedures and Audit Standards.

5.
Knowledge of computerized management information systems, particularly Adagio Accounting Program.

6.
Proficient written communication skills and good organizational skills.

7.
Be self-motivated, innovative, and proactive.

8.
Ability to prepare narrative financial reports for each program and provide for a comprehensive financial position of the organization.

9.
Review and prepare financial and human resources policy and procedures.

10.
Appreciate and respect of Indigenous views, cultures, and values.

Please submit cover letter and resume by email to:

Linda Kitchkeesick

Shibogama First Nations Council

P.O. Box 449, 81 King Street

Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1A5

lindak@shib.ca