Finance Officer

POSTING # 24-00-003

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 12200

POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME

The Finance Officer will be responsible for all day-to day accounting activities for the MMF Thompson Regional Office.

Job Duties/Competencies:

Verify, calculate, prepare, and submit bills, invoices, accounts payable, and service provider claims; 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; Prepare statistical, financial and account reports; Verify, calculate, prepare regional office staff travel claims for submission; Prepare and monitor purchase orders; Assist with budget preparation; Draft and proofread correspondence, reports, forms, and other documents.

Skills and Qualifications:

Completion of post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Minimum of three years’ experience in Finance or similar position; Experience working with Accpac for Windows or similar accounting program and Microsoft Office Suite; Solid understanding of general applied accounting principles; Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records; Excellent mathematical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail; Ability to meet deadlines while multitasking in a fast-paced environment; Experience working with boards and/or committees is preferred; Knowledge of 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.

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