About West Kitikmeot Resources
West Kitikmeot Resources Corp. (WKR) is an Inuit-led organization dedicated to the development of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut for the benefit of Kitikmeot Inuit. WKR is the sole proponent and developer of the Grays Bay Road and Port (Grays Bay) Project. Grays Bay includes a new deepwater port on the Northwest Passage of the Arctic Ocean in Nunavut, and a 230 km road connecting to the port. Prime Minister Mark Carney recently referred Grays Bay to the Major Projects Office for further development. As a small, agile team, we pride ourselves on a "roll-up-your-sleeves" culture where every member contributes directly to the success of our project.
The Role
We are seeking a multi-talented and experienced Chief Financial Officer to join our executive team. Reporting to the CEO, you will be fully responsible for WKR’s financial health, strategy, and planning. You will play an integral role in defining the long-term sources and uses of capital to finance, construct, and operate the Grays Bay project and future WKR-led developments. You will work closely with the CEO and COO on transactions, including equity investments and joint ventures, as well as managing grant and loan funding agreements. This is a part-time position, with time commitment to be discussed with the successful applicant. Because we are a lean organization, we are seeking candidates that are multi-talented and able to pitch in across a wide variety of business issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial reporting: oversee the preparation and reporting of audited financial statements,
- Cash flow and budgeting: manage long and short-term sources and uses of cash, establish and provide oversight for internal and external budgeting and reporting
- Risk management: monitor and manage the company’s insurance requirements, and ensure compliance with company policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.
- Project finance: working with the CEO and COO, define and iterate the long-term financial model for the Grays Bay project and future WKR-led developments, including sourcing, negotiating, and closing funding such as equity, grant, loan, lease, and toll agreements.
- Procurement: provide financial and negotiations advice on major contracts and vendor agreements, especially large-scale construction and engineering design agreements. Establish and monitor compliance with company contracting policies.
- Transactions: working with the CEO and COO, identify, negotiate, and close strategic transactions such as equity investments and joint ventures.
- Organizational development: build and grow WKR’s financial and administrative capabilities, by recruiting, developing, and supporting finance team members.
- Other Duties: As a small team environment, we value team members who have a willingness to jump in and solve issues across the business as they arise.
Qualifications
- Education: A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration is required, along with a CPA or CFA professional designation.
- Experience: 10 to 20 years of progressive experience leading financial functions. Experience in Northern Canada, infrastructure, mining, and/or indigenous business is an asset.
- Skills: Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, financial modeling, project finance, and financial regulations.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to position the company for growth, execute on strategic priorities, and act as a thought partner to the CEO and COO.
- Leadership: Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- The "WKR Fit": You are a self-starter who doesn't need a massive corporate structure to be effective. You are a clear communicator with strong judgement. You have a bias towards action and an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Canadian work authorization required.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on a high-impact project, with a national profile and the potential for significant growth.
- Opportunities for flexible work models – our Grays Bay project office is in downtown Calgary, but we are open to remote work as long as you are able to attend important in-person meetings and provide regular coaching to your team.
- Competitive compensation package reflective of your experience.
