Financial Analyst

Position Title: Financial Analyst

Reports to: Manager, Finance

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Finance, the Financial Analyst is responsible for general ledger maintenance, assistance with the financial review, period end process and interdepartmental transfers as well as accounting for investments, thus ensuring accuracy of general ledger transactions and compliance with the Financial Administration Law and audit requirements.

Organizational Status

The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit. We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 2023+ people, with approximately 700 living in Kitamaat Village. We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years, and it remains the focus of all we do. 

Duties & Responsibilities

General Ledger

• Tracking and recording of revenue from major government funding agencies.
• Revenue reconciliation for all other funding.
• Prepare and record inter-department transfers.
• Prepare and record journal entries.
• Assist with Budget maintenance throughout the year.
• Provide financial support to Program Area Managers.
• Assist with analysis of Program Area financial information - example: variance analysis.
• Prepare and record investment journal entries and reports. 
• Record adjustments from variance analysis process.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and management practices.

Training & Development

• Increase financial capacity internally.
• Assist with change management for system implementations.
• Assist in financial capacity development of the Finance Department employees and Program Managers.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate financial records for audit and internal review purposes.
• Ensure that deadlines are met.
• Review agreements for program areas to ensure compliance.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal controls.
• Communicate timely and professionally with internal stakeholders.

Other related duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or Business.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Experience working in non-profit or fund accounting an asset.
• Experience working with a first nations financial administration an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and accounting software (Adagio and PayDirt).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to professionally connect with and influence a diverse group of individuals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to meet intensive and changing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Valid BC Driver's license and own vehicle is an asset.
• Satisfactory completion of criminal records check (with vulnerable sector screening if relevant).

Why Join Us?

We are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Pension matching up to 5.5%
• 10 days of standard vacation 
• 5 days of paid self-care days
• 10 days of paid sick leave 
• 10 paid days during the Christmas office closure
• 5 days of other leave for personal matters (e.g., medical appointments or household emergencies)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Cultural leave and wellness initiatives

Salary Range: $34.90/hr - $43.12/hr

Position Type: Full-time

Number of Openings: 1

Closing Date: Will remain open until the position is filled. 

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.