Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Cold Lake First Nations Integrated Services

The Opportunity

Cold Lake First Nations is seeking a Financial Controller to support the financial operations of Integrated Services. This role is responsible for ensuring strong financial management, accountability, and compliance across programs and funding streams. The Financial Controller will work closely with leadership to support planning, reporting, and decision-making, while contributing to the continued strengthening of financial systems and practices. This position plays an important role in supporting the Nation’s direction toward self-determination under its own law, including the implementation of C-92.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, tracking, and reporting
• Support the development and ongoing monitoring of annual and multi-year budgets
• Prepare clear, accurate financial reports for leadership, Chief and Council, and funders
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements (ISC, provincial, federal)
• Coordinate audits and maintain audit readiness
• Support the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Work closely with program leadership to ensure expenditures align with program objectives and funding requirements
• Monitor expenditures and provide variance analysis with practical recommendations
• Support financial components of funding proposals and reporting requirements
• Contribute to the ongoing strengthening of internal financial systems and processes

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• CPA or working toward designation is an asset
• 5–8+ years of progressive financial or accounting experience
• Experience in public sector, non-profit, or Indigenous organizations is an asset
• Experience working within multi-funder environments with reporting requirements
• Strong understanding of audits, compliance, and financial controls

What You Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively
• High attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment
• Collaborative and professional approach
• Understanding of Denesuline language, culture, and community is an asset

Working Environment

• Primarily office-based with regular computer use
• Some evening or weekend meetings may be required
• Occasional travel for meetings, training, or audits
• High level of confidentiality required

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

How to Apply

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