Jordan’s Principle Finance Clerk

OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Jordan’s Principle Lead, the Jordan’s Principle Resources Administrative Clerk is responsible for clerical and administrative functions, including the preparation of payment requisitions, expense claims, and to oversee and provide support to SCO’s Jordan’s Principle program in the areas of financial accountability and reporting.

BACKGROUND:

SCO is a growing and dynamic organization that represents 34 Anishinaabe and Dakota First Nations and more than 83,000 citizens in southern Manitoba. SCO was established 24 years ago by the Chiefs as an independent organization to protect, preserve, promote, and enhance First Nation peoples’ inherent rights, languages, customs, and traditions through the application and implementation of the spirit and intent of the Treaty-making process.

Jordan’s Principle is named in memory of Jordan River Anderson, a young boy from Norway House Cree Nation. Jordan’s Principle is a child first initiative intended to ensure that First Nation children do not experience denials, delays, or disruptions of public services ordinarily available to other children due to jurisdictional disputes. The goal of the initiative is to connect First Nation children and their families with quality services, support, and resources without delay or disruption.

SCO provides competitive compensation and an excellent pension and benefits, as well as a positive work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounts Payable

• Prepare and submit payment requisitions for the Jordan’s Principle program.
• Ensure proper supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions.
• Work with vendors to set up and manage billing accounts.

Expense Claims / Travel Claims

• Ensure expense claims comply with the Finance and Administrative policies, including per diem and rates for mileage, meals and accommodations, proper receipts, and delegated signing authorities, etc.

Reporting and Support

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate statements and reports.
• Implement and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate in Accounting and/or equivalent experience with a working knowledge of finance systems and demonstrated computer literacy.
• Several years’ experience providing administrative and accounting support in a high pressure, fast paced and confidential environment.
• Ability to effectively present information to management.
• Work co-operatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Must be able to work independently and under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally to achieve the goals of SCO.
• Extensive experience and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must have demonstrated understanding of First Nations culture and traditions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must provide Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse and Vulnerable Sector Search.
• All successful candidates must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
• A valid Class 5 MB Driver’s License and must have access to a reliable vehicle for business travel.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS: Monday, June 19, 2023, at 4:30 PM CST.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and three work related references to:

Human Resources
Southern Chiefs’ Organization
1572 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0L4
Fax: (204) 946-1869 | hr@scoinc.mb.ca

*Please note resumes without a cover letter will not be considered complete*

Preference will be given to qualified First Nation candidates.

Please self-identify as First Nations in your cover letter.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected will be contacted for further consideration.