Chief Finance Officer - Vancouver, Canada - Musqueam Indian Band

Musqueam Indian Band

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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About Musqueam

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer the Chief Financial Officer plans, manages, monitors and controls all Musqueam Indian Band financial management functions, provides professional oversight to the Finance Department, serves as an independent and objective advisor to the CAO and Chief and Council on financial and related matters, and as a member of the MIB Management Team.

Musqueam Indian Band is moving into a direction of self governance.

In this process, job titles and job descriptions will evolve and perhaps change to take on responsibilities more in keeping this evolving direction.

By agreeing to this employment opportunity, you are also agreeing to the possibility of these job title and job description changes as the band moves into self governance.

Roles & Responsibilities

Analyzes financial performance and develops reports and analyses to support informed decision making by Chief and Council, the CAO, and Program Managers
Develops annual budgets and forecasts in coordination with Program Managers and the CAO
Manages MIB annual external audit function;
Identifies MIB requirements and develops budgets as needed in collaboration with the CAO and monitors accountability for expenditures in accordance with financial policy;
Financial updates to programs quarterly
Presents financial information on a quarterly basis to Chief and Council, the CAO, and the Program Managers;
Responsibility for financial reporting requirements with banks, trusts and funding agencies;
Responsibility for implementing the Financial Administration Bylaw and the subsequent policies and directives that flow from the Bylaw.
Oversees all cash management functions, including electronic banking;
Oversees all investment functions, including short and long term investments;
Manages transactions with all Trust Funds and complies with reporting requirements;
Capital projects cash management and reporting.
Provides financial support and advice to Chief and Council, the CAO and Program Managers;
Manages and directs the preparation of monthly financial statements and the preparation of variance reports in coordination with the Finance Department;
Maintains the general ledger and all financial records (including journal entries and reconciliations), in coordination with the Finance Department;
Provides a backup role to the Controller with respect to the accounting and payroll functions;
Provides financial support and advice to Chief and Council, Band Manager and Program Managers;
Advises the Band on the financial implications of funding agreements and contracts, assists with the understanding of financial obligations as set out in government directives and funding agreements, works directly with the parties to interpret and amend agreements and ensures compliance with the financial reporting and accountability requirements of funding agreements;
Serves as an advisor to the Finance and Administration Committee;
Conducts special projects and investigations as directed by Chief and Council and the CAO;
Develops, implements and interprets financial policy and procedures;
Developing and maintaining organizational progress, metrics reports and financial reporting for the MIB;
Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the MIB;
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with external partners and stakeholders including governments, and other Indigenous organizations.
Other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Professional accreditation: CGA, CA or CMA designation and minimum of five years' experience, with expert knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for the government; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
Knowledge of Federal Government programs, funding sources and the terms and conditions of all other funding agreements;
Experience with Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards an asset
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail.
Thrives in a fast paced deadline driven environment.
Ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals
Good knowledge of budget preparation and alternate sources of funding.
Ability to develop and manage budgets
Ability to use tact and good judgement in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Cultural competency and knowledge of the cultural traditions and practices of the Musqueam Nation an asset;
Project management methods and skills (including resourcing, planning, executing and reporting), to lead/manage projects;
Verbal, presentation and public speaking skills and the ability to provide often complex information in a straightforward and clear manner;
Strong verbal and written communication skills Policy and program development, program evaluation, research and factfinding princi