Finance Manager

NICHI

Job description

Position Summary:
The Manager, Finance is responsible to manage the end-to-end-financial systems, processes, and related controls in support of the Vision, Mission & Values, and strategic direction of the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Inc. (NICHI). The incumbent will provide accounting expertise that includes responsibility for the payroll function, accounts receivable, accounts payable, the budget process, cash management, financial controls, financial reporting, the audit process, and other related financial responsibilities as required

Required experience and qualifications

Education and Experience:
• Post-secondary university degree in business, accounting, commerce; a CPA designation is an asset
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant management experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting
• Related and successful experience in a similar role with knowledge of a broad range of business operations, practices, and procedures, preferably in an Indigenous, non-profit or community development organization.
• A combination of education, training, and work experience, which NICHI deems to be equivalent, may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• A deep understanding of the social, cultural, and economic challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples and communities, particularly in relation to housing.
• Knowledge of Indigenous rights, policies, and frameworks related to housing and community development.
• Proven communication skills with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; is articulate and can verbally communicate well with others; has excellent writing / reporting skills; listens well.
• Presentation and facilitation skills (can make dynamic and impactful presentations and facilitate effective and efficient meetings and discussions).
• Skilled in the use of technology e.g. MS Office (Teams, Word, and Excel), accounting software/databases, email, internet, and DocuSign; is open to learn other internal systems as required.
• Contract management skills; administers terms and conditions and manages issues accordingly.
• Demonstrated time management skills; manages time and priorities effectively and efficiently and ensures deadlines are met.