The Tla’amin Nation is a modern, forward thinking, self-governing nation located on the beautiful upper Sunshine Coast (qathet Region).

Position Summary

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Hours of Work: 8:30 – 4:30, Monday - Friday

Reporting to: Controller

Department: Finance

Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant plays a key role in month-end processes and many related accounting assignments. Strong technical skills, communication, and variance analysis skills are vital to this position, as is the ability to build a working knowledge of the Nation’s cost structure and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Tla’amin policies, standards, practices and procedures as directed by the Controller. Maintains confidentiality as required pertaining to members, clients, employees and general matters of the Nation.

• Prepares month-end journal entries
• Prepares and posts accounting entries for capital asset acquisitions, amortization, and disposals, and maintenance of the capital asset workbook
• Performs balance sheet reconciliations for the month-end close process
• Generates standard reporting package including preparation of monthly lead sheets, working papers, and financial reports and assist in fluctuation analysis
• Generates and distributes monthly Management reporting.
• Assists Management in their analysis on Monthly management reporting.
• Generates and supports the Controller and Senior Accountant in the preparation of the quarterly Finance Committee report.
• Assists in external audit requirements.
• Oversees the maintenance and integrity of accounting records.
• Ad hoc and statutory reporting.
• Participates in reviews, examinations, and testing of departmental systems and recommends changes to improve internal controls and efficiencies.
• Backup coverage for Senior Accountant and Project Accountant, as required.
• Adheres to all employer policies, rules, systems, and procedures including compliance with the Employer's Covid -19 Safety Policies and Protocols which may be amended from time to time.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• University Degree and enrollment in CPA program.
• 1-3 years of progressive experience in finance/accounting. Experience working in and with Indigenous government is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software from daily recording transactions and reconciliations to design and set-up of new corporations, chart of accounts and financial statements. Experience with Xyntax is an asset.
• Highly developed MS Office & Google Suite skills with extensive working knowledge of Excel & Google Sheets.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to share information with consistency and clarity.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Acceptable Police Information Check.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License and acceptable driver’s abstract.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Occasional travel to attend meetings or training is required.

How to Apply

Please apply online by sending your resume and cover letter to: https://tlaaminfirst.bamboohr.com/careers/52OR drop-off/mail to Tla’amin Nation, 4779 Klahanie Rd, Powell River, BC, V8A 0C4

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff are encouraged to wear masks in common areas, sanitization stations are at all exits.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Powell River, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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