Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Operations

Based in Winnipeg, MB

$110,000 - $135,000 Annually

The KIM team invites applicants to apply for the following exciting opportunity!

This role will lead the operational groundwork required to establish Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc.’s (KIM) emerging public health infrastructure.

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with Senior Management, the Director of Finance is primarily responsible for day‑to‑day financial operations, accounting, controls, planning, and oversight of development and monitoring of all program budgets of Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. (KIM). This includes direct responsibility for accounting, job costing, and preparation of forecasts and financial statements.

Within the context of First Nations program funding, the Director of Finance is responsible to prepare and control annual and multi‑year budgets; provide strong financial management and leadership; and provide support and guidance for the development of relevant internal controls, processes and financial policies.

Candidates with roots to a northern First Nation community will be given preference.

• Manage accounting, financial and budget procedures, and operations (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing).
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting, general ledger structure and all modules in KIM Inc.’s enterprise resource planning system.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Monitor and perform month‑end and year‑end financial closing process including account reconciliations, journal entries, standard reporting package, tracking and monthly report analysis and preparation.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and provide financial risk analysis and mitigation recommendations.
• Support and provide all required documentation to the auditor during interim and annual audits, conforming to audit and Accounting Standards for Non‑Profit Organizations (ASNPO) pursuant to annual audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, funding agreements and organizational financial policies.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports for all internal reporting and external agencies in compliance with their requirements.
• Facilitate standardization and streamlining of processes.
• Supervise and mentor staff in the Finance department and foster an environment of continuous improvement and development of skills.
• Ensure accurate and organized financial records and control record‑keeping by the Finance department for KIM Inc.
• Provide advice and recommendations to the executive and senior leadership teams on accounting, controls, budget and financial reporting matters.
• Provide budgeting and financial guidance to KIM Inc. executives, directors and staff.
• Collaborate with other department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Prepare and present ad hoc management reports as needed.
• Participate in management and staff meetings.
• Undertake professional development to remain current with changes to accounting practices.

• Recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) and post‑secondary degree in Commerce, Business Management or Accounting.
• Several years in a senior finance capacity including accounting and budgeting experience with budgetary preparation and control.
• Experience and proficiency working with enterprise resource planning systems and accounting software.
• Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite, internet and virtual meeting platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with not‑for‑profit organizations and accounting standards (ASNPO) and audited financial statements.
• Experience with fund accounting, contribution agreements, restricted funding and flow‑through funding.
• Experience preparing financial reports for boards, funders and external agencies.
• Experience developing or improving financial policies, internal controls and business processes in a growing organization.
• Progressive leadership experience in…