Within the context of the vision, mission and strategic direction of Kinonje Abinoonjiiag Niigan Inc., and under the direction of the Executive Director.  The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, audit coordination and internal controls.  Role includes solid fiscal management of agency resources, planning, reporting and oversight of all financial and operational facets in accordance with established policies, procedures, legislative and government requirements, and best-practice business standards.

·      Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

·      Develop, implement and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.

·      Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met.

·      Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit.

·      Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions.

·      Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, A/P, A/R and credit control.

·      Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and finance are secure and stored in compliance with current legislation.

·      Prepare monthly financial statements that are reported quarterly at Board meeting.

·      Prepare the Annual General Meeting report.
Payroll Preparation and Administration

·      Oversee all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner.

·      Process and submit statutory and benefit remittances on time.
Budget Preparation and SSP

·      Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation and prepare the annual budget in consultation with the Executive Director.

·      Assist program directors and supervisors with the preparation of budgets for funding applications.

·      Assist with the annual strategic service planning (SSP).
Project Management Accounting

·      Maintain financial records for each project in a manner that facilitates management reports.

·      Ensure that accurate and timely financial statements are prepared in accordance with contract agreements with funders.

·      Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of individual projects.
Information Technology

·      Evaluate the need for new technology to meet the organization’s financial data processing, control and reporting requirements.

·      Advise on appropriate technology that meets the organization’s information requirements and financial resources.
Risk Management

·      Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized.

·      Advise the organization's leadership on appropriate insurance coverage for the organization and the Board of Directors.

·      Maximize income where possible and appropriate.

·      Negotiate with financial institutions for lines of credit or other financial services as required and appropriate.

·      CPA/CGA designation is acceptable; CAFM designation is preferred.

·      5+ years of senior management accounting experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·      Extensive financial management experience in child welfare in direct service delivery and familiarity with fund accounting is a strong asset.

·      Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.

·      Knowledge of provincial legislation on Employment Standards, Occupational Health and Safety, and Human Rights.

·      Knowledge of the Child and Family Services (CFS) sector and legislation.

·      Possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle as travel is required and must continue to posses as condition of employment.

·      Possess a strong knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and issues affecting our children, families and communities; obtained prior cultural awareness and/or sensitivity training.

·      Provide a clear Child/Adult Abuse Registry and Criminal Record Check.
Proficiency in the following:

·      Accounting Software programs (Sage 50/300 software) 

·      Word Processing (MS Word), Spreadsheets (Excel)

·      Email (Outlook)

Resumes accepted till January 21, 2026