Job Offer – Financial Assistant

Application Deadline: November 27th 2022 
Start Date: As soon as possible 

Entry salary to be determined according to the current salary scale
($45 120 to $63 034) revised annually

Your mandate   

Your main mandate is to facilitate the smooth running of the financial sector, in collaboration with your financial coworkers. To do so, one will be in charge of collecting receipts, list the FNQLSDI’s new fundings and to follow-up on accounts receivable. One must also acquire a deep understanding of the FNQLSDI’s funding agreements and monitor the expenses related to each project. 

Main responsibilities    

  • Carry out data entry through an accounting software 
  • Assess the costs related to projects and keep up-to-date with associated income and expenditure reports 
  • Take part in billing, such as invoices and refund claims 
  • Prepare tax forms 
  • Take part in the preparation of financial statements 
  • Foster the smooth running of accounting

Do you have the profile?   

  • Recognized training in accounting, such as attestation of collegial studies, diploma of professional studies, or of collegial studies. A combination of education and relevant experiences shall be considered. 
  • Deep knowledge of an accounting tool 
  • Relevant work experience with First Nations or with an Indigenous organization is an asset 
  • Writing and speaking skills in French 
  • Writing skills in English 
  • Knowledge of an Indigenous language considered an asset 

Benefits    

  • Work for First Nations   
  • Full-time position with a flexible 34-hour schedule 
  • Friday afternoons off   
  • Remote Work-Policy in place (100% remote, hybrid or 100% at the office) and the office is in Wendake  
  • Annual vacation upon hiring and years of experience are recognized   
  • 2 weeks of paid vacation during the holiday season  
  • Sick leave and family-related leave upon hiring    
  • Pension plan and group insurance after the probation period   
  • Work-life balance  

To apply 

Use the form below to send your resume with a cover letter to Mr. Alain Bédard before the application deadline.   

Please note that, with equal competence, the FNQLSDI gives priority to Indigenous candidates. Only the candidates retained in pre-selection will be contacted.  

The First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Sustainable Development Institute   

Founded in 2000 by the AFNQL Chiefs, the mission of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Sustainable Development Institute (FNQLSDI) is to offer First Nations a dynamic crossroads of services in support of their efforts to ensure the health of their territory and its resources, the recognition of their rights and the development of sustainable communities.

Please apply using the form below to apply