Finance Specialist (TMS - Yellowknife)

Finance Specialist

Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Company: Tlicho Investment Corporation

Join One of the North's Leading Indigenous Employers

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting strong financial operations? Do you enjoy working with numbers, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to a collaborative team environment? If so, Tlicho Investment Corporation (TIC) wants to hear from you.

Tlicho Investment Corporation is one of the Northwest Territories' largest Indigenous-owned corporations. Through our family of companies, we provide services across numerous industries while creating meaningful employment opportunities and supporting economic growth throughout the Tłı̨chǫ region.

Position Summary

The Finance Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of Tlicho Investment Corporation and its subsidiaries. This position performs a variety of finance and administrative functions, including financial data entry, accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, reconciliations, payroll support, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Working closely with the Director of Finance and the Finance team, the Finance Specialist helps ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and prepare payments.
• Process accounts receivable transactions and assist with collections as required.
• Enter financial data accurately into accounting software.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting financial documentation.
• Verify invoices, receipts, expense claims, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with payroll processing, reconciliations, and payroll-related documentation.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper financial records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare routine financial reports, spreadsheets, and tracking documents.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by gathering financial documentation.
• Ensure confidentiality of financial and employee information.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and administrative efficiencies.
• Work collaboratively with managers, employees, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Bookkeeping, or a related field. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of two to five years of experience in a finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration role.
• Experience processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial transactions.
• Experience performing reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience using accounting software. QuickBooks experience is considered an asset.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment with cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to speak the Tłı̨chǫ language is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequent keyboarding and data entry.
• Occasional lifting of files and office supplies up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

• Office-based position located in Yellowknife.
• Regular use of computers, accounting software, and office equipment.
• Occasional interaction with multiple departments and subsidiary companies.
• Professional office environment with occasional periods of increased workload during payroll, month-end, and year-end reporting cycles.

Mental Demands

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive financial information.
• Ability to solve problems and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Employer-matched pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
• Opportunity to build your career with one of the North's leading Indigenous-owned organizations.

Our Commitment

Tlicho Investment Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants who demonstrate cultural awareness, respect, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment. Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants in accordance with our hiring policies.

Join our team and help support the financial success of one of the Northwest Territories' leading Indigenous-owned organizations. Apply today!