Finance Officer - Red River Métis Business Development Corporation

Closing Date: March 4, 2025 11:59 PM

February 18, 2025
Posting #24-15-025

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Finance Officer position within our Red River Métis Business Development Corporation located at 333 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB. The Finance Officer is responsible for the verification, calculation, processing, recording, remitting, and reconciling of finances of an assigned portfolio of Red River Métis businesses.

Job Duties/Competencies:

• Calculate, prepare and process receipts/invoices for multiple clients;
• Review, summarize and reconcile general ledger accounts;
• Set up and maintain related client files, both hard copy and computerized;
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls;
• Conduct peer-to-peer review within the team;
• Prepare statistical, financial and account reports;
• Reconcile all documentation for client accounts.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in Bookkeeping, Finance, Accounting, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum three years' experience in full cycle accounting and an office environment is preferred;
• Desire to obtain CPB designation with Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada is an asset;
• Experience in Financial Management with proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records;
• Experience with computerized accounting programs (Cloud such as QBO, Xero);
• Extensive experience with maintaining confidential records and files, posting data, and making calculations with speed and accuracy;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external members and stakeholders;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca

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