Finance Officer - Edmonton, Canada - Métis Nation of Alberta

Métis Nation of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Finance Officer

Location:
Métis Nation of Alberta Provincial Head Office, Edmonton AB

Position status:
Full time (40 hrs per week)

Closing date:
November 14, 2023

The Organization

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

Perform administrative tasks related to monthend procedures, purchase orders, and AR.
Assist with monthly reporting.
Correspond with vendors and maintain vendor files.
File invoices, purchase orders, and other finance documents.
Liaise with MNA directors, Métis National Council (MNC), affiliates, and entities.
Provide support for all other corporate duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

This position requires a proven level of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize daily tasks and long-term objectives.

Tact, diplomacy, and a commitment to teamwork are required in dealing with colleagues in an everyday working environment.

Other necessary competencies include:

Superior organizational and administrative skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize requests, multitask, and meet tight deadlines.
High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to think, act, and speak strategically.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential information.
High level of proficiency with spreadsheets.
Ability to produce professional documents and reports.
Proficient in Microsoft Office or other applicable software.
Current working knowledge of SAGE 300 (ACCPAC) is an asset.
Knowledge of Métis culture and history is an asset.

Qualifications

A minimum of five years of recent bookkeeping experience.
Experience in full cycle accounting.
Accounting certificate or diploma.

Other Requirements

Ability to work office hours of Monday
Friday, 8:30 am 4:30 pm.
Able to work evenings and weekends as required for events.
Able to travel throughout Alberta on occasion.
Must have reliable transportation to and from the office.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government.
Be part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
Training and professional development opportunities.
A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
3 weeks paid vacation.
The_Métis Nation of Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: