OPEN COMPETITON

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following Permanent Full-Time position(s) based out of the WOODLAND WELLNESS CENTRE in La Ronge, SK:

Finance and Administration Manager

The Finance and Administration Manager at the Woodland Wellness Centre plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effective financial management and administrative functions of the center. The primary focus is on maintaining financial stability, overseeing accounting, finance, and payroll operations, and actively seeking and securing funding opportunities from multiple funding agencies to help support the vision, mission and values of WWC.

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Collaborate with program managers and other stakeholders to develop program budgets aligned with the Woodland Wellness Centre's objectives.

• Provide guidance on budget development, ensuring accuracy, feasibility, and compliance with funding guidelines.

• Monitor program budgets, identifying variances, and working with program managers to address any deviations.

• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with funding requirements.

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, providing insights and recommendations to the Director, Woodland Wellness Centre.

• Monitor budgets, expenses, and financial trends to support informed decision-making.

• Identify potential funding opportunities from various sources to help support the vision, mission and values of WWC.

• Develop and submit funding applications, ensuring all required documentation is accurate and submitted within deadlines.

• Build and maintain relationships with funding agencies to enhance future funding prospects.

• Direct and supervise the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, to ensure accuracy and timely processing.

• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard financial assets and prevent fraudulent activities.

• Conduct regular audits of financial records to ensure compliance with accounting standards and funding requirements.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) is highly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management, administration, and leadership roles.

• Proven track record in successfully securing and managing funding in a healthcare or non-profit environment.

• Familiarity with funding regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements.

• Strong financial acumen with a deep understanding of budget development, monitoring, and financial analysis.

• Experience in implementing and maintaining internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial information.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and data protection regulations.

• Experience in negotiating, drafting, and managing contracts with external vendors and service providers.

• Experience in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks.

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation impacting financial and administrative functions.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and own a reliable vehicle;

• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, SGI Driver’s Abstract

Date of Posting: May 6, 2024 Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume including three (3) professional references (excluding Chief and/or Councillors), and Criminal Record Check to:

Human Resources Phone: (306) 425-2183

Lac La Ronge Indian Band Fax: (306)-425-2170

Box 480 Online: https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

La Ronge, SK S0J 1L0 E-mail: hrinfo@llrib.ca

For further information, call Valerie McLeod, Director, Woodland Wellness Centre at valerie.mcleod@woodlandwellness.ca.

**NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation will not be considered.

LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check. Please be advised, applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered.

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.