OPEN COMPETITION

The Keethanow Group of Businesses Finance Department is now accepting applications for the following: Permanent Full Time Position in the community of La Ronge, SK.

FINANCE OFFICER (2)

The Finance Officer position is based in the La Ronge Central Office. This position reports to the Financial Comptroller of the Keethanow Group of Businesses. The purpose of the position is to organize and maintain the Financial Accounting System and Payroll of the KGB Department.

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following job duties:

• Ensure that all salaries are paid accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Responsible for the processing transactions in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Responsible for administering and monitoring the financial activities as required.
• Must be familiar with reporting to various funding agencies.
• Prepare for the annual year-end audit
• Maintain the computerized accounting and Payroll system
• Preparation and administration of payroll for all company employees, while auditing payroll processing reports for accuracy.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation of payroll functions for audit purposes, in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain records for pension and life assurance contributions made by employees; liaise with service providers to ensure funds are transferred as appropriate.
• Monitor holiday and attendance records.
• Collaborate with the HR department and other departments to ensure pay and personnel records are accurate and up to date.

Candidates should possess the following job specific qualifications:

• Diploma in Accounting, Business, Finance or relevant field.
• 3 (three) years’ experience in payroll administration and in full cycle accounting and budgeting. Combination of qualification and experience shall be considered.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, internal controls, and management.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting softwares (Retail POS, AI Accounting Software, Sage 300, Pay works) and Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, laws, and reporting requirements.
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Valid class 5 drivers license;
• Must provide a satisfactory Drivers Abstract, Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening.

KGB employees are entitled to a complete benefits package: pension, insurance, northern living allowance, housing allowance and relocation allowances, where applicable.

Posting Date: April 29, 2025                Deadline for application: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Submit updated cover letter, resume including three (3) professional references (excluding Chief and/or Councillors), and Criminal Record Check to:

Human Resource Office,                                          Phone: 306-425-3283

Keethanow Group of Businesses                            Fax:     (306) 425-3416

Box 1170                                                                      E-mail: ([email protected])

La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0                                             Online :https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation will not be considered. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Also, please provide you Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your applications*

• Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.
• LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted