Financial Specialist/Strategic Development

The Financial Specialist/Strategic Development position supports the review, analysis, modernization and implementation of Finance Department processes. The position focuses on financial management, strategic development, automation, workflow improvement, capacity building and integrated service delivery.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Financial Specialist/Strategic Development develops work plans and coordinates approved initiatives based on identified
Serpent River First Nation financial-management needs. The position collaborates with Finance Department staff, the Director of Operations, consultants, contractors and representatives from other departments to implement sustainable process improvements, develop policies and procedures, strengthen financial controls and deliver training.

The Financial Specialist/Strategic Development acts as a conduit between Finance and other Serpent River First Nation departments during financial-process changes. The position promotes an integrated and inclusive service-delivery system that considers all programs and services available to the Serpent River First Nation. Through respectful collaboration and effective workplace structures, the position supports a healthy work environment and contributes to making the Serpent River First Nation an employer of choice.

Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of a diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management or a related field.

• Three to five years of related experience in financial management, project management, public administration or business administration.

• Three to five years of supervisory or management experience in a relevant capacity is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience reviewing financial processes and implementing improvements.

• Experience supporting automation, workflow redesign or financial-system enhancements.

• Experience preparing budgets, funding applications, financial reports and special analyses.

• Knowledge of strategic development, operational planning, program review and project-management practices.

• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal legislation and regulations applicable to financial management.

• Experience developing policies, procedures, forms, communications and training materials.

• Experience working collaboratively with consultants, contractors, vendors and cross-functional teams.

Employment Requirements and Conditions

• • Ability to work a flexible 35-hour work week as established by Serpent River First Nation Administration in response to community needs.
  • Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within the first three months of employment.
  • WHMIS certification or the ability to obtain it within the first three months of employment.
  • Must provide a clear CPIC/criminal record check.
  • Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence with a satisfactory driver's abstract.
  • Reliable vehicle for work-related travel.
  • Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Travel may be required.
  
  

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job, and you just might be the right candidate!

Qualified Serpent River First Nation members or Indigenous applicants will be given priority consideration.