Job Title: Manager Finance and Accounting

Reports To: Director of Operations

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Manager of Finance and Accounting reviews and strengthens financial and accounting internal controls to ensure protection of Saulteau First Nation’s financial affairs, providing information, specific analysis, and decision making on financial and budgeting matters.  The Manager of Finance and Accounting is the lead in implementing and ensuring adherence to the Financial Administration Law of SFN. This role contributes to the stewardship of the financial resources of SFN ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of the community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Management of Financial Operations

• Plans, organizes and supervises finance-related functions for SFN, including general accounting, policy development, cash management, budget, audit preparation, forecasting revenues and expenditures, and related compliance.
• Prepares/reviews adjusting entries and schedules for annual audit; schedules audit and work with auditors in answering questions, providing necessary information and explaining accounting/financial system; reviews audit results and implement necessary/recommended internal controls and/or other revisions.
• Maintains general ledger in Adagio and utilize CaseWare at year end to prepare Notice to Reader as per funding arrangements.
• Reviews and analyzes revenues and expenditures to identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Co-ordinates the financial planning and budget process and funding requirements; analyzes and correct estimates. Compiles budgets from all departments into the general ledger.
• Monitors the general ledger for accuracy of information and communicates any discrepancies in budgets/expenses to respective Department heads and the Director of Operations.

• Oversees the completion of internal control audits and facilitating changes to the controls when error or the potential for error is identified.
• Develops and maintains SFN’s financial policies and procedures.
• Creates and monitors financial reporting systems, producing reports on daily/weekly/ monthly/quarterly/annual basis as required.
• Oversees payroll and benefits payments, ensuring compliance with related legislation.
• Maintains GL control accounts.

 

• Evaluates financial reporting systems, accounting procedures and investment activities and makes recommendations for changes to procedures, operating systems, budgets and other financial control functions to the Director of Operations and Chief and Council.
• Notifies and reports to the Director of Operations on any trends critical to the SFN’s financial performance.
• Manages any outsourced financial activities.
• Signing authority for other SFN related entities as approved by Council and the board of Directors.
• Holds secondary signing authority in the absence of the Director of Operations.

Management of Program Staff

• Directs and oversees the daily activities of the Accounting Supervisor.
• Monitor performance of direct report(s) and ensures a healthy and safe work environment.
• Responsible for hiring, orientation, supervision and training of direct report(s).

• Conducts regular performance appraisals, providing constructive feedback and managing performance as required.
• Manages office procedures, ensures that confidential filing systems are maintained.
• Provides positive leadership to all staff, encouraging a team approach, professional attitude, personal wellness and good management-staff relations, always modeling best practices in this regard.
• Maintains a positive image and professional working relationship for the Saulteau First Nations with industry, government, other First Nations, non-governmental organizations, staff, SFN members and others.

Qualifications and Skills

• Designated CPA-required.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting practices within FN environment.
• Minimum 5 years experience in managing a complex, multimillion dollar budget.
• Minimum 5 years preparation of financial statements; internal auditing of transactions; accounting software; and general supervisory practices.

• Proficiency in computer systems including MS Office, Adagio, Sage 50, CaseWare, Paydirt.

• Maintains high level of confidentiality in the handling of information and monetary transactions.

• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts.
• Builds trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and collaborate with multiple parties to reach mutually agreeable outcomes.
• Ability to guide and elevate others’ financial acumen.

Work Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in the office with hours of work set as 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and part days Fridays.
• Additional hours may be required during audit season.
• Travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community.

• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.