Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) is a strong, vibrant, and progressive Indigenous community that is a 90-minute drive from the heart of Toronto and a mere 30 minutes southwest of Peterborough. Located adjacent to the rural community of Port Perry, MSIFN has the benefits of small-town life while and the proximal convenience of urban amenities.
As part of the Anishinabek Nation and signatories to the Williams Treaties and other pre-confederation treaties, MSIFN is extremely proud of their Indigenous culture and long history of protecting Aboriginal and Treaty rights. As partners of the Great Blue Heron Casino and creators of the Noozhoo Nokiiyan Economic Development Limited Partnership, MSIFN has an entrepreneurial spirit and expectation of excellence that is both impressive and exciting.
Finance Manager
Reporting to the First Nation Manager, the Finance Manager is accountable for the financial administration, management, documentation, reporting and financial activities of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) and its subsidiaries including Minogi Corporation, the First Nation’s clean energy and infrastructure investment arm and Noozhoo Nokiiyan Limited Partnership, the First Nation’s economic development driver. Additionally, the Finance Manager will implement and monitor standards that comply with financial legislation and guidelines established by federal and provincial funding agencies, MSIFN Financial Administration Law (FAL), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable laws and regulations.
The role will be best served by a hands-on, dynamic leader who brings depth and breadth of understanding within the field of accounting and finance to develop and implement strategic planning, frameworks and financial and accounting processes, systems, tools, and services. This knowledge will be paramount in the preparation of financial statements; assisting in the development of annual budgets and forecasts; participating in the annual audit for MSIFN, oversight of investment activities, as well as ability to apply financial knowledge and analysis capabilities to support decision making across the organization.
Hallmarks of success for this role include leadership, knowledge, expertise, and recommendations to ensure adequate financial policies, procedures, operations, and systems are in place and provide leadership and mentorship to the Finance Team. Already known for providing sage advice and for leading high performing teams that deliver excellence, the likely candidate will possess the following:
- University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
- Accounting Designation (CPA) is required.
- 5 years of senior leadership experience within a minimum of 10 years of total related experience, preferably in a First Nations’ environment.
- Valid driver’s license and $1M liability insurance.
- CPIC and VSS acceptable to MSIFN upon conditional offer.
- Knowledge and understanding of Native culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
- Knowledge of legislation governing First Nations.
- Advanced computer skills: SAGE, payroll, word processor, spreadsheet, email, internet.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
This opportunity will resonate with professionals who hold the values and interests of Indigenous culture, customs, traditions, and issues in high regard, have a natural affinity for strategic thinking and are eager to lead and develop a highly committed team.