Job opportunity
Senior Finance Officer
ITK
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᑲᓴ ᐊᑕᑕ ᑲᐅᖃ 㿀 ᐃᓝ 㜼 㵽 㑣
Iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqtut ilagijauqata Inuit Nunanganni Nunalirinirnmut Angirutiusimajunut sivulliqpautauniaqtut iqqanaijaaqtaartitaujunnaqtunut. Ikajuqturpatsi iqqanaijaaqtaarasuaqataujusi nalunaiqsiqullusi ilagijauqataunitsinnik.
APPLICANTS WHO ARE REGISTERED UNDER AN INUIT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE INUIT APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENSURE AUTHENTICITY OF INUIT OR OTHER INDIGENOUS IDENTITY CLAIMS.
Closing Date: November 30, 2026
Senior Finance Officer - Existing position
Band: 4 - $70,277 - $87,846
Compensation is aligned with internal equity and market benchmarks. In limited circumstances, offers above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise
This role, as with all positions at ITK is 100% in-office, requires being in the office full-time at 75 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON.
We do not use AI to assess or screen applications. Our hiring process is grounded in human review and values lived experience, cultural competency, and diverse career paths, in addition to formal education and work experience.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Finance & Administration, the Senior Finance Officer will be responsible for assisting in managing ITK’s overall financial system, particularly managing all funding contracts and agreements, financial reporting, budget management and assisting with procurement process.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
ITK FUNDING PROPOSALS
Coordinate the Proposal for Funding process
Assist in developing budgets for funding proposals.
Review proposals, ensure reviewed/approved by all relevant parties, before submission
Be the point of contact for staff/funders during negotiations
Maintain status report of submitted proposals
ITK FUNDING AGREEMENTS
Coordinate the Review, approval and management of funding agreements.
Manage the review, approval and submission of funding agreements
Create and maintain funding agreement directory and database
Monitor funding timelines and reporting requirements
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
Internal reporting
Monthly/quarterly reports/meetings with staff, directors and management
External reporting
Prepare timely financial reports, coordinate preparation and review of project activity reports.
Coordination the submission of financial and activity and reports and manage inquires.
Serve as primary contact relating to Funding agreements internally and externally
ITK PROJECT WORKPLANS-
Coordinate the preparation of budgets for organizational and project workplans.
Prepare budgets in collaboration with relevant staff
Coordinate review and approval of budgets
Ongoing monitoring of workplans and budgets
Provide monthly reports
Coordinate quarterly reviews, update budgets, if needed.
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
FUNDING AGREEMENTS with Inuit Treaty Organizations
Coordinate the preparation, approval and management of funding agreements with Inuit Treaty Organizations.
Prepare for review, approval and submission of funding agreements
Create and maintain funding agreement directory and database
Monitor timelines and reporting requirements
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
External reporting
Coordinate the receipt of timely financial and activity reports
Verify and share reports with project staff
Serve as primary contact relating to ITOs Funding agreements
FINANCE
Assist in preparations for annual audits.
Assist in the development of the finance department operational plan.
Assist the department in developing and documenting policies and procedures related to finance and administration.
Assist in training/orientation on software and processes
Prepare reports, charts, forms, correspondence, briefing notes and other (financial) documents as required by the Manager or Director
Act as back up for payables
BUDGET & REPORT MANAGEMENT
Assist the Manager in developing and preparing financial update reports for ITK departments i.e. budget status reports, contract/proposal status etc.
Assist in developing ITK’s corporate budgets for Executive and Board approval.
Assist in developing others reports, as needed.
AUTHORITY
The incumbent may make recommendations regarding payment of accounts and the design of processes and any other process that would be beneficial. However, this position has no financial authority as decisions are made within specific guidelines established by ITK management, by-laws and the Director;
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Proficient in all aspects of financial processes
Financial reporting and analysis;
Knowledge of budget management
Payroll Experience – using ADP
Strong problem solving and analysis skills
Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgement without direction.
Strong organization skills;
Excellent computer skills; accounting software (Business Central), Excel, Word and Outlook, Power BI;
Understanding of Inuit committees and organizational structures and how they function; Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Must be culturally sensitive and able to work co-operatively with a variety of individuals and groups;
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy; and,
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);
EXPERIENCE
Five to seven years of work experience performing as a Senior Finance Officer
EDUCATION
A diploma or degree in accounting, business administration or another relevant field, or:
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance is evident.
OTHER INFORMATION
Much of the work must be delivered in accordance with specific timelines;
Frequent short notice deadlines.
BENEFITS
Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:
100% employer-paid group insurance upon hire
Employer RRSP contributions
Annual training allowance
Excellent health and wellness allowance
Relocation allowance
Vacation – starting at 3 weeks/year
Paid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)
Candidates with exceptional skills or experience may be considered for compensation above the posted range.
*Applicants who are a Beneficiary under a Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage applicants to self-identify.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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APPLICANTS WHO ARE REGISTERED UNDER AN INUIT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE INUIT APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ENSURE AUTHENTICITY OF INUIT OR OTHER INDIGENOUS IDENTITY CLAIMS.
Closing Date: November 30, 2026
Senior Finance Officer - Existing position
Band: 4 - $70,277 - $87,846
Compensation is aligned with internal equity and market benchmarks. In limited circumstances, offers above the posted range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications or highly specialized expertise
This role, as with all positions at ITK is 100% in-office, requires being in the office full-time at 75 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON.
We do not use AI to assess or screen applications. Our hiring process is grounded in human review and values lived experience, cultural competency, and diverse career paths, in addition to formal education and work experience.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager, Finance & Administration, the Senior Finance Officer will be responsible for assisting in managing ITK’s overall financial system, particularly managing all funding contracts and agreements, financial reporting, budget management and assisting with procurement process.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
ITK FUNDING PROPOSALS
Coordinate the Proposal for Funding process
Assist in developing budgets for funding proposals.
Review proposals, ensure reviewed/approved by all relevant parties, before submission
Be the point of contact for staff/funders during negotiations
Maintain status report of submitted proposals
ITK FUNDING AGREEMENTS
Coordinate the Review, approval and management of funding agreements.
Manage the review, approval and submission of funding agreements
Create and maintain funding agreement directory and database
Monitor funding timelines and reporting requirements
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
Internal reporting
Monthly/quarterly reports/meetings with staff, directors and management
External reporting
Prepare timely financial reports, coordinate preparation and review of project activity reports.
Coordination the submission of financial and activity and reports and manage inquires.
Serve as primary contact relating to Funding agreements internally and externally
ITK PROJECT WORKPLANS-
Coordinate the preparation of budgets for organizational and project workplans.
Prepare budgets in collaboration with relevant staff
Coordinate review and approval of budgets
Ongoing monitoring of workplans and budgets
Provide monthly reports
Coordinate quarterly reviews, update budgets, if needed.
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
FUNDING AGREEMENTS with Inuit Treaty Organizations
Coordinate the preparation, approval and management of funding agreements with Inuit Treaty Organizations.
Prepare for review, approval and submission of funding agreements
Create and maintain funding agreement directory and database
Monitor timelines and reporting requirements
On going communications with project staff on key aspects of agreement
External reporting
Coordinate the receipt of timely financial and activity reports
Verify and share reports with project staff
Serve as primary contact relating to ITOs Funding agreements
FINANCE
Assist in preparations for annual audits.
Assist in the development of the finance department operational plan.
Assist the department in developing and documenting policies and procedures related to finance and administration.
Assist in training/orientation on software and processes
Prepare reports, charts, forms, correspondence, briefing notes and other (financial) documents as required by the Manager or Director
Act as back up for payables
BUDGET & REPORT MANAGEMENT
Assist the Manager in developing and preparing financial update reports for ITK departments i.e. budget status reports, contract/proposal status etc.
Assist in developing ITK’s corporate budgets for Executive and Board approval.
Assist in developing others reports, as needed.
AUTHORITY
The incumbent may make recommendations regarding payment of accounts and the design of processes and any other process that would be beneficial. However, this position has no financial authority as decisions are made within specific guidelines established by ITK management, by-laws and the Director;
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Proficient in all aspects of financial processes
Financial reporting and analysis;
Knowledge of budget management
Payroll Experience – using ADP
Strong problem solving and analysis skills
Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgement without direction.
Strong organization skills;
Excellent computer skills; accounting software (Business Central), Excel, Word and Outlook, Power BI;
Understanding of Inuit committees and organizational structures and how they function; Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Must be culturally sensitive and able to work co-operatively with a variety of individuals and groups;
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy; and,
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);
EXPERIENCE
Five to seven years of work experience performing as a Senior Finance Officer
EDUCATION
A diploma or degree in accounting, business administration or another relevant field, or:
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance is evident.
OTHER INFORMATION
Much of the work must be delivered in accordance with specific timelines;
Frequent short notice deadlines.
BENEFITS
Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:
100% employer-paid group insurance upon hire
Employer RRSP contributions
Annual training allowance
Excellent health and wellness allowance
Relocation allowance
Vacation – starting at 3 weeks/year
Paid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)
Candidates with exceptional skills or experience may be considered for compensation above the posted range.
*Applicants who are a Beneficiary under a Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage applicants to self-identify.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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