Job Description

Junior Finance Officer Refer to competition number 2021-FIN-04 Internal/External Competition
Description: The Assembly of First Nations is seeking a detail oriented and highly organized Junior Finance Officer who, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, will be responsible for supporting finance officers to ensure costs are allocated according to established procedures. These procedures are in accordance with approved budgets, control of accounts and records in such areas as disbursements, travel expenses, and service contracts. Duties include performing day to day financial activities such as accounts payables and receivables, printing cheques, posting and preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end accruals as assigned; assisting with review of GST, PST, QST and NRT returns and payments, participating in audits and data collection efforts and preparing explanations to auditors. The Junior Finance Officer will assist the finance team with disbursements, travel expenses, and service contracts; promptly anticipating and responding to information and action requests related to finance and relevant information throughout and across the Sector and other AFN Sectors.
Who Can Apply: Qualified persons of Indigenous ancestry will be given preference in accordance with s. 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Applicants must possess:

• At least 2-3 years’ experience in a finance and accounting role
• Experience working for Charity or non-profit organization is an asset
• Knowledge and understanding of current and acceptable financial practices and

procedures

• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience working with First Nations communities
• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork and judgement
• Self-motivated, team player excited to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and set priorities to ensure timely completion of

work within established deadlines

• Strong computer skills in accounting software preferably in SAGE 300 and Excel
• Effective verbal and listening, communications, organizational skills
• Resourceful, proactive, reliable, trustworthy, and assertive when necessary
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional & discrete manner

• English is the working language; however, the ability to work in both official

languages or an Indigenous language is an asset
Salary Range: The AFN offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits and pension plan.
Location: Akwesasne or Ottawa, Ontario – Please note that AFN is currently working remotely to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our employees
Employment Status: PermanentFull-time position
Closing Date: Open Until Filled Individuals who feel they are qualified are invited to submit a covering letter (quoting the above reference number) along with a current resume, salary expectations and three (3) work related references:
Assembly of First Nations, Human Resources 55 Metcalfe Street, Suite 1600, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6L5 FAX: 613) 241-5808 Website: BambooHR Interviews will be held via Zoom. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted. AFN may cancel, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time.