Driftpile Cree Nation (DCN)is a proud and culturally strong First Nation located between the towns of Slave Lake from the west, and High Prairie from the east, approximately 340 km northwest of Edmonton. The Nation is nestled on the south shore of Lesser Slave Lake. As the second-largest lake entirely within the Alberta boundaries Lesser Slave Lake is a stunning destination for birders and wildlife enthusiasts. As a dynamic and vibrant community, DCN strives to continue to develop with the support of our management, Chief and Council and from the contributions of our Nation members. We are dedicated to delivering services that continually improve the community through improvements in social programs and infrastructure projects.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chief Financial Officer is primarily responsible for administration, management and coordination of financial and accounting operations of Driftpile Cree Nation (DCN). This position will oversee all financial operations and systems, policies and procedures, banking processes and reconciliations, employees, and statements and reporting. The Chief Financial Officer will provide concise and accountable financial controls, accounting procedures and systems and financial statements and reports. The Chief Financial Officer will manage and monitor operations, arrangements, investment and development for the Nation. The Chief Financial Officer provides strategic financial and policy advice and recommendations to the Chief Administrative Officer and Chief and Council.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in managing the Nation’s future growth and direction, while administering budgets, supporting financial initiatives and forecasting capital development and investment. Establish functional financial goals that align with the Nation objectives.
Oversee the operation and employees of the Department of Finance and the financial administration of each DCN department, agency and corporation.
Develop and implement accountable and efficient financial policies, practices and strategies to ensure proficient accounting, funding compliance and audit accountabilities.
Overseeing financial operations, generating monthly financial statements, required project budgets and statements, submitting timely reports, ensuring account reconciliation and budget adherence and implementing directives and transactions appropriately and in a timely manner. Ability to implement and administer payroll, accounts payable and receivable, transactions, reconciliations etc. as required.
Providing analysis and direction on financial growth and development.
Administration of financial and accounting software and databases.
Monitor human resources/contractor/ vendor accounts receivable and payable.
Develop and manage contract and vendor processes.
Monitor financial performance and mitigating financial risks by analyzing data and results and implementing correct accounting and financial principles to minimize risk and variances.
Collaboration with HR and Management to attract, hire, guide, train and retain a strong team of accounting and financial experts and fulfilling staffing requirements.
Maintain communication with financial partners and institutions.
Support the development of Nation strategic planning and goal setting by analyzing current trends, evaluating measurements and activities, resolving problems and implementing continuous improvement of financial procedures and outcomes.
Present a positive and professional image of the office of the DCN Chief to all visitors, staff, government officials, inquiries, and other interactions.
Fully comply with all DCN policies, procedures, health safety, and PPE protocols including the fitness for duty policy stipulating zero-tolerance for being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
May be required to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance or business administration or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) along with five years of progressively responsible accounts management experience in a similar role.
Extensive experience in financial planning and strategy, corporate finance, budgeting, managing profitability and accounting practices.
Excellent communication and time-management skills, and proficiency in multi-tasking and supervising employees.
Vast managerial experience with a demonstrated ability to train, lead and energize multi-level work teams.
Knowledge of First Nations, nonprofit and corporate financial management systems, databases and software including principles and practices of budget preparation and allocation, account and coding management, audit procedures and expectations, managing inventory lists pertaining to non-consumables, capital and assets, ongoing financial planning for multi-year activities and optimizing efficiencies and accountability of financial practices.
Knowledge of federal and provincial funding programs and policies.
Knowledge of managing vendor, contract and proponent financial procedures.
Proficient use of computers including Microsoft and email, accounting and payroll software and databases.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
Criminal record and Child Intervention record checks will be required upon interviewing.

Application Deadline: May 30th, 2025

To apply, please click the following URL: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=420a791b-3310-4960-bcc0-67ae848a9a5d&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_CA

**Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified**

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