District Controller
About the role
Department Information
Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.
Job Information
This position is located in the Housing Corporation's Sahtu District office in Norman Wells. The incumbent reports directly to the District Director. The District Controller has fiduciary responsibility for the Financial, Human Resource and Administrative Affairs of the District; is accountable for the management of financial systems, safeguards corporate assets, prepares, issues and distributes financial reports, maintains internal financial controls, ensures effective financial management processes and practices are maintained and are operating effectively in the District Office and LHO, and provides training, development and support to Corporate and Local Housing Organization staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Financial management skills.
Auditing skills sufficient to identify financial control problems.
Knowledge of Human Resource management and administrative practices.
Knowledge of Territorial Lands Act and Regulations.
Knowledge and experience in mainframe accounting systems.
Ability to operate effectively in cross-cultural environment.
Typically, the above qualifications would be obtained by:
Detailed knowledge of accounting theory, generally accepted accounting principles and financial planning. This level of knowledge is normally acquired through a professional accounting designation-i.e.: CGA, CMA, CA, and three (3) to four (4) years of working experience in Financial Management, and two (2) years Supervisory experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
District Controller
About the role
Department Information
Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.
Job Information
This position is located in the Housing Corporation's Sahtu District office in Norman Wells. The incumbent reports directly to the District Director. The District Controller has fiduciary responsibility for the Financial, Human Resource and Administrative Affairs of the District; is accountable for the management of financial systems, safeguards corporate assets, prepares, issues and distributes financial reports, maintains internal financial controls, ensures effective financial management processes and practices are maintained and are operating effectively in the District Office and LHO, and provides training, development and support to Corporate and Local Housing Organization staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Financial management skills.
Auditing skills sufficient to identify financial control problems.
Knowledge of Human Resource management and administrative practices.
Knowledge of Territorial Lands Act and Regulations.
Knowledge and experience in mainframe accounting systems.
Ability to operate effectively in cross-cultural environment.
Typically, the above qualifications would be obtained by:
Detailed knowledge of accounting theory, generally accepted accounting principles and financial planning. This level of knowledge is normally acquired through a professional accounting designation-i.e.: CGA, CMA, CA, and three (3) to four (4) years of working experience in Financial Management, and two (2) years Supervisory experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.