Controller

Company Overview:

Des Nedhe Group of Companies (owned 100% by the English River First nation) is a well-established, progressive and diversified organization; industrious and committed to economic and business development. Drawing on our traditional values and entrepreneurial spirit, we deliver opportunities that benefit and forge new paths for our employees and community. Being one of the oldest First Nations economic development corporations in Canada, we have holdings in the industrial, mining, nuclear, retail, property development, and strategic communications sectors.

Job Title: Controller

Job Summary: The Controller will be responsible for all aspects of accurate and timely reporting of financial information as well as oversight of the full cycle accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable and month end closes.

Reports To: CFO

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of financial reporting including monthly financial statements and analysis.
• Forecasts of income and cash flows.
• Government agency & bank compliance reporting.
• Assistance with enterprise-wide process documentation and performance dashboards.
• Oversight and implementation of accounting controls and policies.
• Develop models and projections to estimate what finances will look like over a course of time.
• Liaise with auditors and preparation of year end working papers.
• Preparation and maintenance of budgets and forecasts.
• Mentorship and supervision of finance staff.
• Overseas all organizational requirements such as:
• • Assist Finance staff as needed
• Prepare the Month end consolidation
• Review, implement accounting policies and management report recommendations from Auditor.
• Coordinate Year-end audit with auditors and annual compliance including year-end entries as required.
• Other duties as required by the CFO.

Capabilities :

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills
• Proficiency in Windows, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Character that is reliable, open, considerate and accommodating.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Detail orientated.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience & Education:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) is considered an asset.

• 5-10 years of progressive and practical accounting experience
• Experience with working with cashflows.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Netsuite experience an asset.
• Ability to work independently, be a self-starter and be highly organized.
• Experience working with Clients and Profits software and/or Sage 300 ERP considered an asset
• Previous experience working in a team or virtual environment and matrix organization an asset

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Please apply through the Des Nedhe website at

As a diverse and inclusive employer, we encourage all qualified and interested candidates apply by January 15, 2025. Des Nedhe Group relies on Section 48 and of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment opportunities to qualified candidates.

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

Exempt : Yes

Type : Full Time

Department : Finance

Location : OFFICE DES NEDHE