Buchhaltung/Head Of Finance

The swiya of the shíshálh people lies between Queens Reach in Jervis Inlet and Howe Sound on the south coast of British Columbia. Historically there were four main settlements at kalpilin (Pender Harbour), ts’unay (Deserted Bay), xenichen (Jervis Inlet) and tewankw near Porpoise Bay. shíshálh Nation is committed to innovation in program and service delivery designed to assist our members and community to achieve greater independence, wellness and self-sufficiency. Foundational to our shared work is the protection, promotion and practice of shíshálh culture, language and laws within our swiya.

Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a member of the senior management team who will provide sound, progressive and engaging leadership while contributing to the effective corporate management of the organization. If you would like to work within a progressive team philosophy, value trust, personal commitment and then be rewarded with a competitive salary and extended benefits, plus a pension matching package and paid professional development, then read further.

Leadership and Strategy

• Leading the development and implementation of short, medium and long-term financial strategies, including financial planning, reporting and monitoring systems, and ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic direction.

Influence

• Providing professional advice and objective financial analyses that enable decision-makers to make timely and informed business decisions. Ensuring that opportunities and risks are fully considered and those decisions are aligned with the overall financial strategies.

Financial Management and Control

• Leading the promotion and delivery of solid financial management practices so that assets are safeguarded at all times and are used appropriately, economically, efficiently, and effectively.

Direct Finance

• Determining the resources, expertise and systems for the finance function that are sufficient to meet business needs and negotiate these within the overall financial framework.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA).
• Experience with First Nations government or local government.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive financial leadership and business experience.
• First Nation's cultural awareness.
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards.
• A strong ability to navigate and interpret legislative laws, agreements and policy is a requirement.
• Able to make good strategic decisions, to manage projects.
• Strong sense of personal integrity and ethical practices.
• Excellent change management, interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated through facilitating, networking, motivating, and leading.

This is a fantastic opportunity to serve as a role model in a respected organization with strong community ties and values that honour the shíshálh culture, tradition, and beliefs. You will also live in a spectacular community with abundant natural beauty, water and mountain activities, cultural events, and community services.