Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Salary: $24-27/hr

Job type: Permanent full-time

Job location :9010 West Saanich Road, North Saanich BC.

Closing Date: Open until filled

The Organization : The community of Pauquachin, a name generally meaning “the land of cliffs and bluffs”, is historically a First Nations community that is located on Southern Vancouver Island.

Pauquachin was originally part of the WSANEC (Saanich) Nation, which also includes Tsawout, Tsartlip and Tseycum. These bands share a common history and territory. The Saanich Nation belongs to a broader cultural group known as Central Coast Salish. Saanich First Nation settlements have been mostly concentrated on the western side of the Saanich Peninsula. The population in Pauquachin began as a small group of 14 families and many of these families are still present today.

The Opportunity : Working under the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will help in maintaining, organizing, and delivering all Pauquachin First Nation Administration’s financial operations and goals.

Duties and Responsibilities : The Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following regular tasks:

• Data entries into Adagio accounting software
• Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, credit cards, etc.
• Maintain relations and communication with vendors and staff
• Verification of invoices
• Managing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Assisting the Finance Manager with preparation of reports
• Receipt complete purchase orders upon receiving invoices
• Schedule and prepare cheque runs
• General administration duties
• Disbursing and logging petty cash transactions
• Other duties as required

Who would be a great fit for this opportunity :

• Knowledge of :

• Culture and values of Pauquachin First Nation

• Accounting Software Functionality

• First Nation Funding programs

• Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable

• Financial Reporting

• Journal Entries

• Account reconciliation

• Skilled in :

• Technology use (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)

• Multi-tasking

• Document control

• Professional oral and verbal communication

• Problem solving

• Collaboration

• Conflict Resolution

• Ability to :

• Work with the Finance Manager to complete daily financial operations

• Communicate professionally with vendors and staff

• Work independently to perform monthly account reconciliations, invoice verification, and process AR/AP

• Assist the Finance Manager in preparation of reports

• Maintain information confidentiality

What we require from you :

• 2 Years of accounting experience
• 2 Year diploma in Finance minimum
• CPA certification or working towards certification an asset
• Knowledge of accounting processes and systems
• Experience with Adagio accounting software an asset
• Valid class 5 drivers license
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal record check

Why work with Pauquachin First Nations?

• Working with Pauquachin First Nation, you will be involved in many different branches of Finance and will gain valuable experience
• Upon completion of a probationary period you will receive 50% employer paid benefits, an employer matched RRP, and vacation time.
• We provide competitive compensation
• You will have the opportunity to learn Hul’q’umi’num

*Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry

Salary : $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Language training provided
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• NORTH SAANICH, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education :

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience :

• Finance: 2 years (required)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Drivers License and access to a vehicle? (required)

Work Location: One location