Competition number: NCCFO061325
The Finance department is looking for a Finance Officer I. This is a full-time position, indeterminate. This position will provide a wide variety of accounting tasks, support, and assistance to the finance department in accordance and compliance with all legislation and regulations, and within the parameters of policies of Nunatukavut Community Council. He/she will perform accurate data entries, record keeping, filing systems and administrative tasks including generating purchase orders, paying invoices, etc.
Roles and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support the Finance department by completing the following accounting duties:
- Provide efficient and effective data entry and recordkeeping relating to the accounting system following the approved practices and guidelines.
- Set up and maintain up-to-date records and files.
- Verify and process requisitions, prepare and monitor purchase orders matching vendor invoices to approved purchase orders.
- Prepare, verify, and process invoices and payment documents.
- Issue payment to vendors.
- Reconcile corporate credit cards and make disbursements according to guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments and external vendors to meet organizational needs.
- Review and verify travel claims and reconcile travel advances with travel claims.
- Assist in the processing of financial forms.
- Perform month-end tasks as required.
- Follow controls to comply with security, privacy, and confidentiality requirements.
- As required, assist with contract agreements financial reporting.
- Other accounting activities as required.
Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following competencies:
- Experience in Sage 50.
- Solid experience with financial processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and maintaining general ledgers.
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.
- Excellent interpersonal, team building, analytical, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- Superior financial calculation, understanding, knowledge, and skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Proficiency in the use of computer programs ie, MS Word, excel spreadsheets, email, etc.
- Ability to be flexibility and to work independently and take the initiative where necessary.
- The ability to work under pressure (i.e. meet deadlines, achieve goals with speed and accuracy while paying close attention to details).
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and monitor compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Strong work ethic and high level of integrity including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Completion of post-secondary.
- Two (2) years of accounting experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience MAY be considered.
Preference may be given to qualified members of NunatuKavut Community Council.
Salary: 48-56k – Dependent on qualifications.
Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at NunatuKavut Community Council
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are important to us. NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, or disability. NCC supports employees and job applicants with access and accommodation needs. If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please let us know by emailing cpadyson@nunatukavut.ca and we will be happy to assist.
How to Apply
Please submit resume, cover letter and three references to:
Chelsea Dyson, HR Coordinator
NunatuKavut Community Council
E: jobs@nunatukavut.ca
F: 709-896-0594
In-Person: 200 Kelland Drive, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
Application deadline is June 27, 2025.
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.