Description
Job Summary:
The Finance Manager provides Accounting/ Financial Services in a timely, dependable, and accurate manner and in accordance with best accounting (GAAP) and administration practices. The Finance Manager works under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer and performs such specific accounting duties as the Chief Financial Officer may direct from time to time. The Finance Manager is responsible for all management aspects of MLCN day to day operations. The Finance Manager will work collaboratively with all managers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for financial planning and forecasting in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer
Responsible for managing payroll functions ensuring efficient systems, processes and controls are implemented
Responsible for effective internal controls
Lead and oversee Program Area budget development and approval. Assist Program managers with budget preparation where necessary
Responsible for monitoring budgets, reporting deficiencies, and making recommendations
Maintains an inventory of all capital assets
Responsible for benefit deductions and payments
Manages the financial system, ensures it meets the needs of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation
Manage and ensure the organization is in compliance with all internal policies and relevant regulations and ensure reporting is completed in a timely manner including reports to government agencies
Provide regular reports to the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Specific Duties:
Staff management - Supervise accounting and admin staff
Cash and risk management - Manage ongoing banking relationships for maximum efficiency, develop cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash- flow forecast
Leadership Ensure the team delivers the highest standard of departmental, cross departmental, teamwork and service delivery
Management reporting Responsible for financial reporting for the organization, Present monthly and year-to-date