Finance Officer

Job Duties/Competencies:
• Review journal entries, bank statements, disbursements, expenditures, and other accounting/financial records;
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls;
• Review monthly Finance Reports and note any discrepancies;
• Conduct financial and activity monitoring as required;
• Organize and coordinate all internal and external audits, ensuring that all requirements are met;
• Verify, calculate, prepare, and process invoices for accounts payable and receivable;
• Ensure receivables are collected promptly;
• Prepare and monitor purchase orders;
• Develop and maintain capital asset listing;
• Prepare, verify, and/or confirm board/staff travel claims for CEO approval.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field;
• Desire to obtain CPA is an asset;
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in financial administration, general accounting, and accounts receivable;
• Knowledge of working within an audited environment is considered an asset;
• Experience in financial management;
• Intermediate level working with Zero, Dext, and/or similar accounting programs;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.