Finance Officer

Location

Winnipeg, MB | Canada

Job description

MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION

FINANCE OFFICER

February 20, 2024

Posting #23-15-031

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River Métis - also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are Canada’s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Finance Officer position within our Red River Métis Business Development Corporation located at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB . Under the direction of the CEO, the Finance Officer will be responsible for all day-to-day accounting activities for the Red River Métis Business Development Corporation. The Finance Officer prepares and maintains accounts payable and receivable data and records.

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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department

300-150 Henry Ave

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7

Email to: [email protected]

Fax to (204) 947-1816

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