Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Location: 11738 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB         

Closing Date: Until Suitable Candidate Found

Position Status: Full Time (40 hours/week), Permanent           

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is recruiting for a full-time Finance Officer to join the Finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role is primarily responsible for the administrative functions related to Accounts Receivable (AR), bookkeeping, and maintaining files. This position requires a high sense of confidentiality. The successful candidate will have experience working with SAGE 300/ACCPAC, PO systems and AR, and will have strong attention to detail. The Finance Officer must be a strong team player, possess exceptional attention to detail, and have solid communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks related to month-end procedures, purchase orders, and AR.
• Assist with monthly reconciliation and reporting.
• Correspond with vendors and maintain vendor files.
• File invoices, purchase orders, and other finance documents.
• Monitor status of payments and investigate any missing payments.
• Liaise with Otipemisiwak Métis Government staff, external stakeholders, affiliates, and entities.
• Review all bills and statements from providers to ensure accuracy and communicate with providers regarding any discrepancies, working in collaboration with Finance Leadership, as required.
• Work collaboratively with other Finance team members, as required.
• Present a positive and professional image of the organization when interacting with employees, citizens, visitors, and other external stakeholders.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Skills and Competencies

This position requires a proven level of initiative and sound 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 think, act, and speak strategically.
• High level of proficiency with spreadsheets.
• Ability to produce professional documents and reports.
• Strong computer skills with ability to adapt to new software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or other applicable software.
• Current working knowledge of SAGE 300 (ACCPAC) is an asset.
• Excellent data entry skills with high attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong sense of ethics and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management skills with an ability to effectively manage and prioritize requests, multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, handle stress and pressure, and respond calmly and professionally in difficult situations.
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Strong political and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of the organization when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and Métis culture, people, and values is an asset.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in accounting.
• Experience with SAGE 300 is an asset.
• Experience working in a non-profit, government, or Indigenous organization is an asset.

Other Requirements

• Position is based in Edmonton; in-office presence is required.
• Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, as well as occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel throughout the province of Alberta, with notice.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Acceptable attainment of a Police Information Check is required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.
• An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, history, and art.
• Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive benefit package.
• Generous time off policies.

Métis applicants are encouraged to apply! Apply online at http://albertametis.com/careers/.

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online one-way video interview. Should you have any concerns with completing the video interview, please reach out to Human Resources by responding to the email invitation. No phone calls please.