Finance Officer

Job summary

The Finance Officer performs internal control functions, account reconciliations, and general ledger administration while ensuring financial transactions comply with GAAP. They also assist with budgeting, forecasting, and the mentorship of junior finance staff.

Job details

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 When applying online, please ensure to reference the Job Posting Title in the Subject Line. When hand delivering, ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

What you’ll do

The Finance Officer performs internal control functions, account reconciliations, and general ledger administration while ensuring financial transactions comply with GAAP. They also assist with budgeting, forecasting, and the mentorship of junior finance staff.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma or degree in accounting with at least three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software is required, and candidates must be bondable and pass a criminal reference check.

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Account reconciliation
• General ledger administration
• Accounts payable
• Financial reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Project tracking
• Internal control
• Audit preparation
• Journal entries
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Mentorship
• Financial analysis
• Data maintenance
• Account Reconciliation
• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Financial Policy
• Lifting Ability
• Accounts Payable
• Accounting
• Auditing
• Audit Working Papers
• Internal Controls
• Management
• Desktop Computing
• Finance
• Financial Software
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• General Ledger
• Leadership
• Fine Motor Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Peripheral Devices
• Remittance
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Finance Officer
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

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