DIRECTOR OF FINANCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PERMANENT FULL-TIME
St. Mary’s Indian Band, located in the beautiful southeast corner of BC, is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated, multitask oriented,
professional individual to fill the position of Director of Finance! This position involves working closely with Chief and Council and
reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer. The Director of Finance is responsible for managing the financial records of the
Organization.
The Director of Finance develops, in cooperation with the COO and senior staff and for approval by Council, short, medium and longterm integrated budget and cash flow projections and financial management plans to correspond with the community strategic plan and
special projects. In addition, the position monitors spending across operations to gauge pace with budget, proposes policy and
prepares reports as required to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations and coordinates information technology
systems. The position will be expected to work closely with Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and adhere to their
policies and procedures.
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This position is evolving with the transition to self-governance.
Knowledge of internal controls, audit requirements and procedures and corporate business tax returns
Experience in government revenue and taxation, financial policy setting and administration
Ability to provide leadership to a diverse team of professionals, as part of a team
Experience in directing, guiding, coaching, developing staff
Excellent interpersonal relations skills, including the ability to work within a team environment that interacts with staff,
community and Chief & Council
Conflict resolution skills including the ability to conduct group mediation
Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to explain complex concepts to a variety of levels of
understanding
Advanced level of information technology/computer skills (Windows environment)
Familiarity with federal and provincial government policies and programs related for First Nation’s governments and
organizations as well as their special reporting requirements
Previous experience working with First Nation’s organizations
A knowledge of and appreciation for the culture, values and political objectives of the Ktunaxa Nation would be a definite
asset
The position will be expected to become familiar with St Mary’s Indian Band Financial Administrative Law.
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Accounting Designation of CGA, CA or CMA
A minimum of five years previous experience in a First Nation local government would be a definite asset
Knowledge of community government structure and operations
Extensive managerial experience at a senior level
Demonstrable good to excellent financial management skills according to generally accepted accounting principles and public
sector accounting standards
Good program management skills
Good to excellent supervisory and human resource management skills
Experience working with Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada would be an asset
Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft-based software and other applicable software programs
including Sage AccPac
Ability to function as part of a diverse team of professionals
Ability to perform group mediation and demonstrate excellent inter-personal relationship skills
Demonstrable exceptional written and oral communication skills
Undergo a Criminal Record Check
Possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence
Remuneration: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and includes a favourable benefits and pension plan.
Please submit your cover letter and resume marked “confidential” to:
Jan Bailey, Finance and Human Resources Manager
ʔaq̓am (St. Mary’s Band Administration)
7470 Mission Road, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 7E5
Email: jbailey@aqam.net Fax: 250 426 8935
Closing Date: Friday, March 28, 2014 @ 4:30 pm MST (any applications received after this time will not be accepted)
Thank you to all applicants who apply however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.