Accounting Clerk

First Nations Financial Management Board • Montreal, QC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join us at the First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB), where we support First Nations to strengthen their governance and financial practices. Since our establishment in 2006 under the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, we have been dedicated to providing fully optional tools and services tailored to meet the unique needs of First Nations communities. As an independent organization governed by a Board of Directors, the FMB is committed to fostering self-determination and financial sustainability. Be a part of our mission to support First Nations in achieving their financial goals and enhancing their administrative capabilities. This role is an 8-week term position open to youth between the ages of 15-30 as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Requirements

• Enrolled, completed, or considering Post-Secondary Education in Business, Finance, accounting or Administrative Studies.
• Willingness to follow industry trends and current methods.
• Strong communicator with a strong command of written and spoken English; French language skills an asset.
• Well-organized, with the ability to work within deadlines; analytical mind with attention to detail.
• Effective working skills in Microsoft Suite.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office Suite.
• An understanding, awareness and appreciation of Indigenous culture and history.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Indigenous Governments, organizations and communities considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Financial Specialist in accounting procedures, such as Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, Journal Entries with First Nation client;
• Provide monthly data analysis and reporting on First Nation clients, specific to remote accounting, sustainable training or supplemental services;
• Assist Financial Specialists in reporting and review of compliance reporting, policy & procedures reviews, project management reports and assignments;
• Provide support and development on Sustainable training or Supplemental Services training opportunities;
• Provide administrative support and technical assistance to Financial Specialists to support First Nation clients.
• Assist and support relationship with Financial Specialists to provide the knowledge transfer and capacity building to First Nation clients.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours and a 35-hour work week
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A talented, diverse, and inclusive team doing transformative work on a national scale
• Hybrid work opportunities available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees