Full time
Applications Close: May 17, 2025
Location: Moberly Lake, BC
Salary: $60,000.00 to $72,000.00 annually
Discover the vibrant West Moberly First Nations community, nestled 32 km northwest of Chetwynd, BC, at the serene west end of Moberly Lake. Surrounded by pristine lakes, flowing rivers, lush forests, and majestic mountains, our community embodies natural beauty and strong values. We are dedicated to upholding our mission of fostering respect, honesty, fairness, integrity, and self-motivation. By promoting open communication among Members, Council, and staff, we strive to enhance our cherished traditions and ethics. Join us in celebrating a legacy of unity and growth!
About the Role
Are you enthusiastic about contributing to local organizations, collaborating with Indigenous governance, and delivering meaningful services? As a bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining financial records, including tracking income, expenses, and payments to support the West Moberly First Nation (WMFN) businesses. This position also involves financial reporting and reconciling bank statements to ensure the financial health of WMFN companies by meticulously managing financial transactions and records.
This is a full-time hybrid position requiring the successful candidate to be located at the lake, in Chetwynd or Hudson Hope areas. This position is scheduled for 35 hours per week and has an hourly/annual wage between $60,000-$72,000. In addition, there is a robust RRSP program, a comprehensive benefits package, and, if needed, a relocation package. Enjoy our flexible work schedule with every other Friday off, plus two weeks of paid time off during Christmas and other cultural holidays. Immerse yourself in the vibrant West Moberly community and culture while advancing your career with us.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain financial records including invoices, receipts, and bank statements, ensuring they are easily accessible and well-maintained.
• Preparing financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and multiple credit card reconciliations.
• Reconciling bank statements, identifying and resolving any discrepancies, ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Receivable: Prepare clients’ invoices in accordance with contractual agreements, prepare detailed activity reports to support client invoicing.
• Assist with the year-end financial reporting process and support tax preparation.
• Assist with processing Payroll for WMFN businesses.
• Verify spending authority and ensure compliance with WMFN policies.
• Other duties as assigned.
Competencies and Skills
Your toolkit includes
• Completion of a Business Administration degree or diploma or designation in accounting (or equivalent).
• Relevant bookkeeping work experience, with a minimum 5 years’ experience is preferred.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably with QuickBooks, and strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially Excel is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven experience in integrity, accountability, attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Bondable: qualifies for a surety bond, which protects against financial losses resulting from individual actions.
• Comply to criminal record check, (vulnerable sector).
How to Apply
To see a full list of the responsibilities and qualifications for the role, please see the complete job description.
If this exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated and progressive community feels like the right fit for you, please apply by emailing us your cover letter and resume.
Applications for this role will be accepted until May 17, 2025.
At West Moberly First Nations, we believe diversity is the key to our success, reflecting the vibrant community we serve. We proudly welcome candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to join our team. West Moberly First Nations is dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process, ensuring a seamless and inclusive experience for all applicants. Join us in celebrating and championing diversity!
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only individuals selected to move forward will be contacted.
West Moberly First Nations is a unified and self-sustaining community that is in control of our own future, uniting our community in building for the future.