Finance Systems & Accounting Analyst

Help build what comes next.

Líl̓wat Business Group is growing. From operating businesses and partnerships to major developments like Tseqwtsúqum̓, we are building the financial systems, processes, and capabilities needed to support the next stage of that growth.

As a Finance Systems & Accounting Analyst, you'll work directly with the Finance Manager and CFO, contributing to accounting, reporting, process improvement, and the transition to an upgraded Sage ERP environment. You'll gain exposure to multiple industries, business models, and entities while helping shape how the Finance team supports a growing business group.

This role is well suited to an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, learning new systems, and working in an environment that continues to evolve.

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Title: Finance Systems and Accounting Analyst

Department: Lil’wat Management Services
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000
Reporting to: Finance Manager

Summary of Duties

The Finance Systems & Accounting Analyst supports accounting operations, financial reporting, and finance systems across Líl̓wat Business Group's businesses and partnerships.

The role combines day-to-day accounting responsibilities with financial analysis, process improvement, and systems support. Working closely with leadership, the Finance Systems & Accounting Analyst contributes to month-end processes, reporting, budgeting, and projects that strengthen the Finance function and support organizational growth.

The role is designed to evolve alongside the organization, supporting changing business needs, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of new systems, processes, and ways of working.

Key Deliverables and Expectations

• Support month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Prepare reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting working papers
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities
• Support project, construction, and entity-level accounting activities
• Participate in financial reporting, analysis, and management reporting
• Support finance systems improvements, ERP transition activities, and ongoing optimization initiatives
• Assist with system testing, user support, training, and adoption activities
• Document financial processes, workflows, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and reporting quality
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and other management information tools
• Support financial administration across multiple entities and partnerships
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
• Maintain accurate records and documentation supporting finance operations
• Provide limited administrative support for corporate compliance requirements and records management
• Support board and shareholder administration activities
• Maintain policy and governance documents, including version control and updates
• Participate in special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned
• Assume progressively greater accounting responsibilities as experience, capability, and business requirements evolve
• Perform other related duties as requested

Experience and Attributes

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
• Demonstrated accounting experience
• Strong systems aptitude and interest in process improvement
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
• Interest in learning new systems and supporting organizational change
• Experience with Sage or other ERP systems considered an asset
• Experience in construction, development, property, project, or multi-entity environments considered an asset
• Progress toward a CPA designation, or willingness to pursue one, considered an asset
• Interest in continuing to develop accounting and finance expertise through progressively increasing responsibility
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to take ownership of new challenges as the organization grows
• Highly professional in all aspects of business, presentation and interaction with all stakeholders, clients, and Members.
• Clear Criminal Record Check.