OPEN COMPETITION

(This is a re-advertisement. Previous candidates need not apply.)

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Finance Department is now accepting applications to fill the following Permanent Full-Time position based out of La Ronge, SK:

FINANCE OFFICER

The Finance Officer position is based in the La Ronge Central Office. This position reports to the Director of Finance & Administration. The Finance Officer is part of the administrative team responsible for efficient day to day operations by performing monthly and annual accounting functions.

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

• Responsible for the processing transactions in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Responsible for administering and monitoring the financial activities for LLRIB programs as required.
• Responsible for providing financial information from the computerized accounting system.
• Monthly Variance Financial Statements/general ledger data
• Prepare for the annual year-end audit
• Maintain the computerized accounting system
• Maintain financial files and records (scan and archive documents according to policy).
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system – prepare, verify, and process invoices, and coding cheque requisitions.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must have a 2-year Diploma in Business Administration/ Accounting/ Finance.
• Minimum 3-years’ experience in full cycle accounting and budgeting.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and applications.
• Computer literate, including effective working knowledge and skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, laws, and reporting requirements.
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must be able to provide a recent and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector Check and SGI’s Driver Abstract.
• Must be bondable.

Date of Posting: December 13, 2024                                  Deadline: January 3, 2024

Submit cover letter and resume with three (3) professional references (excluding Chief & Councillors, or family members), one being your current or most recent supervisor, to the following:

Human Resource Office,                                  Fax: (306) 425-2170

Lac La Ronge Indian Band                               Phone: (306) 425-2183

Box 480                                                           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 shall 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 your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.**

• 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.
• Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.