Employment Opportunity
Director of Finance
Operations
Based in Winnipeg, MB
$110,000 - $135,000 Annually
The KIM team invites applicants to apply for the following exciting opportunity!
This role will lead the operational groundwork required to establish Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc.’s (KIM) emerging public health infrastructure.
Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with Senior Management, the Director of Finance is primarily responsible for day-to-day financial operations, accounting, controls, planning, and oversight of development and monitoring of all program budgets of Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. (KIM). This includes direct responsibility for accounting, job costing, and preparation of forecasts, and financial statements.
Within the context of First Nations program funding and reporting requirements, the Director of Finance is responsible to prepare and control annual and multi-year budgets; provide strong financial management and leadership; and provide support and guidance for the development of relevant internal controls, processes and financial policies.
Candidates with roots to a northern First Nation community will be given preference.
The successful candidate will be responsible to:
· Manage accounting, financial and budget procedures, and operations (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, including maintaining proper documentation).
· Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting, general ledger structure and all modules in KIM Inc.’s enterprise resource planning system.
· Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
· Monitor and perform month-end and year-end financial closing process including account reconciliations, journal entries, standard reporting package, tracking, and monthly report analysis and preparation.
· Monitor organizational cash flow and provide financial risk analysis and mitigation recommendations.
· Support and provide all required documentation to the auditor during interim and annual audits, conforming to audit and Accounting Standards for Non-Profit Organizations (ASNPO) pursuant to annual audit requirements.
· Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, funding agreements, and organizational financial policies.
· Prepare accurate and timely reports for all internal reporting and external agencies in compliance with their requirements.
· Facilitate standardization and streamlining of processes.
· Supervise and mentor staff in the Finance department and foster an environment of continuous improvement and development of skills.
· Ensure accurate and organized financial records and control record keeping by the Finance department for KIM Inc.
· Provide advice and recommendations to the executive and senior leadership teams on accounting, controls, budget and financial reporting matters.
· Provide budgeting and financial guidance to KIM Inc. executives, directors and staff.
· Collaborate with other department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
· Prepare and present ad hoc management reports as needed.
· Participate in management and staff meetings.
· Undertake professional development to remain current with changes to accounting practices.
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
· Recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA), post-secondary degree in Commerce, Business Management or Accounting.
· Several years in a senior finance capacity including: accounting; finance and budgeting experience including budgetary preparation and control.
· Experience and proficiency working with enterprise resource planning systems and accounting software.
· Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite, internet, and virtual meeting platforms.
· Strong verbal and written communications skills, the ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, work independently and as part of a team.
· Experience with not-for-profit organizations and accounting standards (ASNPO) and audited financial statements.
· Experience with fund accounting, contribution agreements, restricted funding, and flow-through funding.
· Experience preparing financial reports for boards, funders, and external agencies.
· Experience developing or improving financial policies, internal controls, and business processes in a growing organization.
· Progressive leadership experience in finance, including staff supervision, coaching, and performance development.
· Knowledge of First Nations contexts (e.g., federal and provincial program funding, reporting requirements).
· Understanding of culturally safe practice, anti-Indigenous racism, and respectful relationship-building in organizational and community contexts.
· Ability to speak one of the First Nations languages is desired.
The following are considered conditions of employment:
· Satisfactory criminal record/vulnerable persons/child abuse registry checks will be required.
· Must be able to travel on occasion, with appropriate notice.
· Successful completion of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) training will be required.
· Employee must be eligible to work in Canada.
For more information or to join our growing team of experts, please submit your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at [email protected]
Applications will be accepted by email and will be reviewed on June 19th, 2026, at 4:30pm. This opportunity will continue to remain open until filled.
KIM offers eligible employees a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, complemented by participation in the Healthcare Employees’ Pension Plan (HEPP) — a defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, secure monthly retirement income based on earnings and years of credited service, with employer-matched contributions.
Established in December 2019, Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin (KIM) is a northern First Nations-led aggregate health organization that will work to transform health and wellness services and improve health outcomes for First Nations people. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits structure, and opportunity for advancement.
Pay: $110,000.00-$135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
