Project Accountant

at  TsleilWaututh Nation

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to Financial Controller, the Project Accountant is responsible for providing financial and administrative services in order to ensure effective, efficient, and accurate financial and administrative operations.

CRITICAL SKILLS/COMPLEXITIES OF JOB

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored, or accessed.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Reliable, organized, strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Effective communications and time management skills.
• Communicating information to various levels of the organization via different mediums (email, presentation, etc.).
• Resolving conflict with internal/external using tact/diplomacy.
• Dealing with large amounts of data and sensitive information.
• Ability to foster relationships, particularly with Indigenous communities in a remote setting.
• Ability to use tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Required:

• Postsecondary education in Accounting and/or Business Administration or equivalent.
• Three to five years of related experience in administrative support, accounts receivable/payable, payroll and general bookkeeping, taxation, etc.
• Previous experience with budget, accounting and reporting systems.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of accounts receivable and payable functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven accuracy and speed in mathematical computations.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Must have valid driver license (BC Class 5) and proof of satisfactory driving record.
• Criminal records check (vulnerable sector).

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a First Nations community and/or organization.