2026-048 Chief Financial Officer

Job summary

The Chief Financial Officer leads financial operations, including planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. They serve as a strategic advisor to the executive leadership and ensure compliance with financial legislation and reporting standards.

Job details

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land. Competition Number: 2026-048 Position: Chief Financial Officer Department: Finance Employment Status: Full-Time Salary: $60- $78/HR – 35 Hours per Week Location: Naughton, ON Closing Date: Until Filled POSITION SCOPE: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading and managing the financial operations of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, including financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. The CFO serves as the organization’s senior financial authority and a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, Gimaa, and Council. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • A Bachelor’s degree or a College Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. • A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) designation is preferred; • A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in management and accounting, including extensive experience with financial statements and audit preparation; • Experience in financial administration within a complex organizational, public sector, First Nation, or government-funded environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes • Monitor cash flow and ensure financial sustainability for operations and long-term initiatives • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders • Maintain compliance with all applicable financial legislation, policies, and funding agreements • Review departmental budgets and consolidate the annual organizational budget We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits. Please refer to our website: https://atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca/ for posting details. A detailed job description is available upon request. Please quote the Competition No. in your cover letter and resume, and submit by email to employment@wlfn.com, by fax to 705.222.7731or by mail to: Human Resources, 25 Reserve Rd, Naughton, ON P0M 2M0 Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Chief Financial Officer leads financial operations, including planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. They serve as a strategic advisor to the executive leadership and ensure compliance with financial legislation and reporting standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Accounting or Business Administration with at least five years of progressive management experience. A CPA or CAFM designation is preferred, along with experience in public sector or First Nation financial administration.

Benefits

• RRSP with 5% matched contribution
• EFAP program
• Health insurance
• Insurance coverage

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Financial planning · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial planning
• Budgeting
• Cash flow management
• Financial analysis
• Financial reporting
• Audit preparation
• Strategic advisory
• Financial legislation compliance
• Management
• Accounting
• Cash Flow Management
• Auditing
• Business Administration
• Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Planning
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Operations

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Chief Financial Officer
• Finance Managers
• Treasurers and Controllers
• Financial Managers