Job Description

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title

: Junior Financial Accountant

Department

: Finance

Hours of Work

: 37.5 hours per week working onsite 8:30am - 4:30pm

Location:

320 Chippewa Road, Muncey ON

Posting Date

: Friday September 5th, 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Summary:

Under the direction of the Finance Director and in collaboration with the Comptroller, the Junior Financial Accountant supports daily accounting operations and the month-end/year-end close. The role assists with bank reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), prepares working papers and routine financial reports, and helps ensure that financial records are accurate, timely, and compliant with internal policies and applicable legislation/regulations. The position frequently uses accounting software and spreadsheets to support the Finance Department and provides cross-functional service to program areas.

Responsibilities:

Balance AP/AR subledgers and reconcile to the general ledger; respond to internal/external inquiries

Prepare timely bank and credit card reconciliations; investigate and resolve reconciling items

Post routine and adjusting journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation

Compile and analyze weekly and monthly financial reports; prepare standard schedules for management review

Assist with budget preparation, forecasting updates, and variance explanations

Support adherence to the Nation's financial administration law, federal and provincial financial regulations, funding agreements, and internal policies; help maintain accurate and complete records

Assist senior accounting staff with internal and external audits, including preparing working papers and responding to auditor requests

Maintain documentation for the organization's fixed assets (additions, disposals, amortization support)

Qualifications:

Must possess a college diploma or university degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and preference to candidates pursuing their CPA designation

Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage 300 (Accpac) or similar is an asset

Working understanding of Canadian GAAP/PSAS fundamentals, AP/AR processes, reconciliations, and audit support

High attention to detail, accuracy, and organization; ability to manage multiple deadlines; strong communication and teamwork skills; commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.

Hiring of Indigenous people will be given preference, please identify.

Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter, resume, three work related references, photocopies of education documents to:

human.resources@cottfn.com
OR
320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON N0L 1Y0

Please indicate "Intermediate Financial Accountant" in your application.

We thank all candidates for applying; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off RRSP match
Application question(s):

Do you identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person