Career Opportunity - Director of Finance

Nestled in southern Ontario very close to northern Michigan, and at the mouth of the St. Clair River, Walpole Island First Nation (WIFN) is blessed with a unique ecosystem including 6,900 hectares of the most diverse wetlands in the beautiful Great Lakes Basin. Traditional activities including hunting, fishing, trapping, and guiding remain central to the economic base and cultural integrity of WIFN. With a continued focus on community and economic development, WIFN continues to develop new ventures and government partnerships in recreational tourism, agriculture and services.

Reporting to the Chief and Council, the Director of Finance is a new position created to meet WIFN’s current administrative and growing business activities.  WIFN is positioned well for strategic economic development and expansion.  This role will be attractive to a seasoned financial professional who enjoys contributing as a key member of a management team, being hands-on and carrying out a full range of controllership and financial activities as well as preparing and analyzing business plans and investment strategies.  The Director of Finance will oversee the day-to-day financial activities of the First Nation including: budgeting, analyses, financial reporting, preparation of financial statements, month-end and year-end reports, developing and implementing financial controls and systems, monitoring compliance and oversight of investments and trusts.  

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