Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Finance Associate

TERM: Full Time, Permanent

SUPERVISOR: Chief Financial Officer

Secwepemc Child and Family Services Agency (SCFSA) is a progressive and

culturally focused agency supporting family safety that endeavors to provide

outstanding practice to First Nations families residing in the communities of

the seven

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member bands; Adams Lake, Bonaparte, Neskonlith, Simpcw,

Skeetchestn, Tk'emlups te Secwepemc, and Whispering Pines/Clinton and

who reside in Kamloops.

Striving to provide exceptional family healing services through prevention-

based practice, SCFSA incorporates a Signs of Safety framework as an

innovative, strengths-based, and safety-organized approach to child

protection casework.

Job Summary

The Finance Associate provides professional Accounts Payable and Payroll services ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time and that vendors are paid for the services contracted. The
Associate must be able to verify information and process payments following appropriate protocols as errors can cause significant consequences, the Finance Associate requires accuracy and attention to detail. The
Associate interacts with a large group of employees and vendors requiring strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent One to two years' experience in accounting and administration; Experience and knowledge of local First Nations communities and their needs is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

Understanding of accounting practices and office procedures/equipment Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relationships Proficient in Accounting Software (Adagio and Pay Dirt preferred), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat; Ability to self-regulate, meet deadlines, have attention to detail Prioritizes work assignments to balance multiple demands Demonstrates a strong understanding of and respect for cultural diversity, particularly Indigenous culture.

Working Conditions

Travel to multiple locations will be required; Hours of work may be nonstandard and connected to services and community needs; Receives regular supervision with direction and checks of the work performed.

Conditions of Employment

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Record Check; Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class 5 or Class 7 (N) BC Driver's License Must provide a vehicle in good operating condition and appropriate insurance to meet program requirements;

Directly Supervises

None
Note: only screened in applicants will be contacted. As per Section 41(1) of the BC Human
Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of First Nations ancestry.
Preference may also be given to applicants who can demonstrate knowledge and/or experience with Secwepemc language, culture, history, and customs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.31 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Do you have an understanding of accounting practices? Do you identify as First Nations/Idigenous?
Experience:

Adagio: 1 year (preferred) Paydirt: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person