Finance Manager

Location:
Moberly Lake, BC
Annual Salary: $55-65/hour ($100,000-$120,000 annually)

Discover the vibrant West Moberly First Nations (WMFN) community, nestled 32 km northwest of Chetwynd, BC, at the serene west end of Moberly Lake. Surrounded by pristine lakes, flowing rivers, lush forests, and majestic mountains, our community embodies natural beauty and strong values. We are dedicated to upholding our mission of fostering respect, honesty, fairness, integrity, and self-motivation. By promoting open communication among Members, Council, and staff, we strive to enhance our cherished traditions and ethics.

Join us in celebrating a legacy of unity and growth!

About the Role
The Finance Manager is responsible for providing financial leadership support to West Moberly First Nations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is responsible for the efficient and effective financial management of operations including accurate processing of transactions, maintaining proper financial records, and providing professional accounting and administrative support. The Finance Manager is also responsible for ensuring all financial reports are compliant with accounting standards and organizational policies.
This is a full-time, in-person position requiring the successful candidate to be located at the lake, in Chetwynd or Hudson Hope areas. This position has an annual salary between $100,000- $120,000. In addition, there is a robust RRSP program, a comprehensive benefits package, and, if needed, a relocation package. Enjoy our flexible work schedule with every other Friday off, plus two weeks of paid time off during Christmas and other cultural holidays.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant West Moberly community and culture while advancing your career with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting practices, ensuring smooth and efficient processes and accurate financial records
• Supervise and provide day-to-day management to the finance team, including coaching, training and developing high-performing team members, and fostering a collaborative work environment
• Complete bookkeeping tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial statements, general ledger, taxation, investments, audit preparation, reconciliation, invoicing, and payroll reports
• Ensure timely and accurate bank deposits, tracking, and credit card reconciliation
• With support from the Director of Finance, forecast financial, budgetary, and annual planning needs
• Resolve financial disputes with a solution-oriented focus
• In conjunction with the Director of Finance, develop strategic goals and objectives, and design an operational framework
• Oversee tax administration, including ensuring property taxation requirements and assessment obligations are met
• Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies and draft policies, procedures following applicable laws for the purpose of establishing sustainable financial practices across the organization
• Identify and recommend outsourcing and capacity building opportunities, as required
• Ensure all internal controls are followed and report any deficiencies to the Director of Finance, along with providing recommendations on opportunities for increased controls
• Perform related work as assigned

Your Toolkit Includes:

• Possess strong accounting skills and knowledge including a grasp of key Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong planning and time management skills
• Ability to display tact, respect and diplomacy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Professional and self-confident
• Initiative, self-starter, and ability to work with little supervision
• Leadership skills and the ability to supervise, coach, and motivate a diverse team
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications with a high proficiency with Excel and Word
• Familiar with accounting and payroll software, specifically Quickbooks and Payworks
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work cooperatively and independently in a team environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills and ability to comfortably deal with people from a range of backgrounds in…