Finance Officer

January 21, 2025

UNION OF ONTARIO INDIANS

“To give a voice to the vision of the Anishinabek Nation and to preserve Anishinaabe Bimaadziwin while advancing our goal of Nationhood.”

Finance Officer, Labour Market Development

LOCATION: Anishinabek Nation Head Office, Nipissing First Nation

Full Time Position with Benefits

(after successfully completing 3 months of employment)

Salary Range: $52,812 to $59,853

Reporting to the Labor Market Development Director, the Finance Officer is responsible for assisting the Finance Coordinator with the financial operations relating to sub-agreement holder financial reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • College diploma or equivalent in Accounting or Business;
  • Proven experience in a Financial or Accounting setting;
  • A Criminal Reference check completed within the last 12 months;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant computer systems, programs and software) and able to learn new technologies and tools; and
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license and be

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership and problem-solving skills;
  • Exhibit professional attitudes and behavior;
  • Ability to understand and speak Anishinaabemowin or willingness to learn;
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities;
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work;
  • Ability to effectively work with groups and to interact with all levels management and staff;
  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills; and
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assisting with the Indigenous Early Learning Childcare and Labour Market Development Employment and Training sub-agreement holders’ financial arrangements;
  • Assisting with the annual review of the sub-agreement allocations and ensuring issuing of payment is completed in a timely manner;
  • Supporting the IELCC and LMD Sub-Agreement Holders in guiding and assisting with completion of mid-year and year-end annual financial claims via zoom meetings and/or community visits;
  • Assisting with the confirmation of accuracy of financial claim reconciliations;
  • Supporting the Finance Coordinator in year-end activities, such as the payment reconciliation process of the 39 IELCC Sub-Agreement Holders, 9 First Nation Inuit Childcare Initiative (FNICCI) Sub-Agreement Holders, and 9 Local Delivery Mechanism’s (LDM’s) Sub-Agreement Holders;
  • Supporting the Finance Coordinator in facilitating monthly budget updates to Director and Department Staff;
  • Travelling within the region when required; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Cover Letter;
  • Resume;
  • Three employment references;
  • Identify whether the applicant has been previously employed by the Union of Ontario Indians. Note that the organization will conduct a reference check with the previous employee’s immediate supervisor;
  • Identify whether the applicant is a member of one of the 39 Anishinabek First Nations; and
  • The Anishinabek Nation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates to take part in all aspects of the hiring

Applications must be received no later than 4:30pm on Wednesday February 5, 2025.

Applications are to be submitted to:

 

Human Resources Department

Fax: (705) 497-9135 | Email: human.resources@anishinabek.ca

 

For inquiries regarding this position, please contact: Polly Bobiwash, Director of Labour Market Development

Email: polly.bobiwash@anishinabek.ca

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.