Katzie First Nation is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicatedGeneral Accountant to join our Finance Department. This is a vital role that supports the financial health and transparency of our Nation. If you're passionate about numbers, community, and making a meaningful impact, wed love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the General Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Your work will directly support strategic planning and decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank statements to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between the bank statements and KFNs financial records.
• Conduct reconciliations of GL accounts on a regular basis to verify the accuracy of account balances to identify and correct any errors or inconsistencies in the GL.
• Handle requests for GL account information and ensure timely processing.
• Provide support and information to other departments regarding GL accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the GL in accordance with accounting standards and KFN policies.
• Ensure all entries are documented and supported by relevant information.
• Manage and reconcile company Visa transactions to ensure all expenses are accurately recorded.
• Verifying receipts and documentation for transactions.
• Resolve Visa discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Compile and analyze financial data to support accurate and timely reporting.
• Run and analyze financial statements for various departments to monitor their financial performance.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on the analysis of departmental financial data.
• Reconciliation of the Petty Cash account, verify receipts and reconcile petty cash balances, to ensure proper usage and documentation.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register to ensure accurate tracking of company assets.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits of fixed assets to verify their existence and condition.
• Support the audit process by providing necessary documentation and information to auditors.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and responses to audit inquiries.
• Maintain Data care systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Perform regular data backups and updates to safeguard company information.
• Provide support and additional capacity to the Tax Administrator in their responsibilities for preparing the annual property tax return & tax budget to FNTC.
• Prepare and submit GST tax credit returns online to CRA to ensure tax credits are refunded in an appropriate manner.
• Handle Workers' Compensation Board filings and remittances accurately and timely.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets for taxation accounts.
• Provide support in forecasting and analyzing tax-related expenses.

What Were Looking For

• Knowledge gained through obtaining a bachelors degree in finance or a related field and five years of accounting experience, preferably with First Nation. An equivalent combination of education, work, or comparable lived experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards, tax laws, and First Nation reporting requirements
• Exemplary computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Adagio accounting software or similar preferred, with experience in computerized full-cycle accounting.
• Ability to interpret and follow directions and to learn assigned tasks.
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
• Attention to detail and excellent time management skills to manage work in an efficient and timely manner and provide high-quality work.
• Experience developing strong working relationships with all business units and department leaders while assisting them in achieving strategic and financial priorities.
• Flexibility and the ability to handle a diverse and complex workload respectfully, timely, and effectively respond to requests and queries.
• Ability to work independently, work with others, and contribute to a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and direct people with varying backgrounds and levels of expertise.
• Uphold the integrity and confidentiality of all information seen, heard, or obtained in the role.