Bookkeeper

• Use your knowledge and understanding of Bookkeeper skills in representing our community's members
• Receive a competitive hourly wage of $37.53/hour
• Don't miss this chance to make a true difference to the vibrant community of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation
  

About the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation

The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation is a strong, vibrant, and progressive Indigenous community that is approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the heart of Toronto. Located nearby to the rural community of Port Perry, MSIFN has the benefits of small-town living while having close proximity to urban areas. As part of the Anishinabek Nation and signatories to the Williams Treaties and other pre-confederation treaties, MSIFN is extremely proud of our Indigenous culture and long history of protecting our Aboriginal and Treaty rights. As owners of the Great Blue Heron Casino and creators of the Noozhoo Nokiiyan Economic Development Limited Partnership, MSIFN has an entrepreneurial spirit and expectation for excellence. We encourage team members to be professional, flexible, dynamic, team players, who have a self-starting attitude and respect for all employees in the workplace. While working within clear lines of authority, MSIFN requires someone who can bring out the best in those who surround them. We are a busy First Nation, with many capital projects and opportunities ahead.  The community and workplace are led by an elected Council of 3 (a Chief and two Councillors) and a Senior Management Team led by the First Nation Manager and including Managers from Operations, Finance, Human Resources, and Health and Social Services. We value the hard work of our entire workforce and support them with a culture of collaboration and respect. 

For more information about our vibrant community please visit our homepage by clicking here.   

Make a Difference Within Our Community

Currently, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our community and work with our members and management team in Scugog, ON on a full-time basis. The hours of this role are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday 8.30 am to 1:00 pm.  The Bookkeeper is required to be onsite Monday to Friday. 

Under the guidance of the Comptroller, provide full cycle bookkeeping services to MSIFN’s related companies.  These are currently Minogi Corp. and Noozhoo Nokiiyan Limited Partnership (NNLP) for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, budgeting, cash flow planning, monthly account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, audit assistance, and analysis.  This position also provides backup support to MSIFN payroll and AP activities.

KEY ACTIVITIES:         

• Manage payroll processes
• Handle accounts payable and receivable
• Oversee procurement activities
• Assist in budgeting and cash flow planning
• Perform monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements
• Assist with audits
• Conduct financial analysis
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Support decision-making processes with financial insights

Related and other duties:

• Special projects, assigned tasks, and financial analysis as assigned by the Comptroller or Finance Manager

PAY RATE:                               $37.53/hour (F1)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Two-year college diploma in accounting or bookkeeping or a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and related work experience    
• Minimum 5 years of related work experience and minimum of 10 years of total work experience       
• Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable

SPECIALIZATION REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero)
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics
• Knowledge of legislation governing First Nations
• Knowledge of relevant financial legislations and regulations
• Valid driver’s license and $1M liability insurance
• CPIC acceptable to position upon conditional offer

CONSIDERED AN ASSET:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related discipline
• CAFM

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:   

• Work experience with a First Nation or Indigenous Organization

Do you want to make a lasting difference to a vibrant First Nation community? Here’s your chance!

About the Benefits

In recognition of your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a competitive hourly wage of $37.53/hr. ($68,304/yr. based on a 35-hour workweek) along with the following excellent package:

• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) along with health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short and long-term disability. 
• Employer pension matching scheme of 5%, voluntary contributions can be increased by a further 8%.
• 3 weeks of vacation, which increases to 5 weeks of vacation with your length of service. 
• An additional 2 weeks off during the month of December to January, 7 days additional discretionary days off, and 3 statutory holidays during the office 2 weeks shutdown over the holidays.
• 14 statutory holidays throughout the year. 
• Bereavement leave of up to 5 scheduled business days for immediate family and up to 3 days for extended family in the unfortunate event of a death of a family member.
• Access to the Wellness Motivational Benefit, receive payment of up to $500 twice in a lifetime for attempts at Healthy Lifestyle changes. 
• A commitment to a policy of compensation that is internally and externally competitive and equitable. Though no pay progression is automatic, pay progression will be reviewed in line with professional development, previous work experience, seniority, cost of living, and market trends as outlined within the compensation policy.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing community where you will have the opportunity to implement processes and make your mark for the better of all.   

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

Please note that a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (CPIC/VSS) acceptable to the position is required upon conditional offer. Expenses for CPIC/VSS are reimbursed after orientation.