The Lower Similkameen Indian Band, located in the South Central Interior of British Columbia is pleased to invite qualified applicants to apply to the position of Finance Manager.

Reporting to the Band Manager, the Finance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day band financial activities of Lower Similkameen Indian Band in accordance with community values, community plan, policies and direction from Chief and Council.

The successful applicant will have significant and proven skills and abilities developed in a senior finance role, preferably in a First Nation organization. The Finance Manager maintains strict confidentiality in performing their duties and demonstrates the following personal attributes: Integrity, Respect, Trust, Honesty, Compassion, and Accountability.

Qualified applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) to Malena Tutte at mtutte@hrgbc.com or fax to 1-866-773-0685 no later than 4:00PM on Monday, August 17th, 2015.

Preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry.

For further information about the Lower Similkameen Indian Band please go to www.lsib.net

Education and Experience

Post-secondary education in finance and 5 years of experience working with a First Nation organization in a financial position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
CMA, CGA, CA or CAFM designation preferred;
Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing, directing and leading employees;
Extensive ACCPAC software experience;
Experience in full cycle accounting;
Experience working with Chief and Council or a Board of Directors and experience compiling and interpreting data, budgets and statistical analysis;
Experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, evaluating and developing solutions using complex data to produce recommendations to the Council/Board for policy development;
Experience developing and preparing a variety of written reports, analysis, forecasting, presentations and other documentation in accordance with Council/Board directives or regulatory guidelines;
Valid BC Drivers’ License.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of Lower Similkameen and First Nations history and culture;
Thorough knowledge of GAAP;
Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and acts pertaining to financial service delivery;
Sound knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting and accounting in the not for profit sector;
Sound knowledge of manual and automated financial accounting, reporting and control systems;
Sound written and verbal communication skills and the ability to discuss issues in a language suitable to the audience;
Advanced communication, strategic planning, and problem solving skills;
Ability to apply research methods, statistical and cost analysis techniques, quantitative and qualitative analysis as applied to performance measures and forecasting;
Ability to research, analyze and merge complex subject matter to summarize, identify issues and trends, and to generate recommendations in a language suitable to the audience;
Ability to lead by example, demonstrating leadership, client service attitudes, integrity, creativity and enthusiasm in achieving results directly and through staff work teams;
Ability to manage staff collaboratively, in a team environment, utilizing effective team-building, communication and management techniques;
Ability to establish and maintain relationships; and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate programs/services considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential;
Ability to plan, organize, and effectively manage a considerable workload with multiple priorities and demands and produce results within restrictive timelines;
Ability to delegate responsibility and authority as appropriate;
Ability to interpret Band Manager and Council direction and incorporate into operational policies and procedures;
Ability to align divisional capacity with the LSIB’s strategic goals and objectives;
Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain a high level of accuracy;
Ability to be flexible, and take initiative;
Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and demonstrate diplomacy;
Ability to interpret and monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures;
Ability to accurately enter, retrieve and modify information from a variety of sources into a number of different computer programs;
Ability to be responsible for large amounts of cash;
Proficient in accounting software (ACCPAC) as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook;
Moderate ability to speak the Syilx language and working knowledge of the Syilx culture is preferred.

The Finance Manager is considered a position of trust; therefore, a Criminal Record check will be conducted on the proposed employee