Overview

NVIT is BC’s Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute. As a leader in Indigenous post-secondary education and a fully accredited member of BC’s post-secondary education system, we provide a comprehensive range of programs up to the degree level at our campuses in Merritt and Burnaby. NVIT also delivers programs online and in Indigenous communities throughout British Columbia. Join a growing and innovative institution committed to making a difference in Indigenous education and communities. With an institutional mission to empower learners by strengthening voice and identity through education, NVIT employees honour an atmosphere embedded in Indigenous culture and traditions while cultivating an environment founded on learner centred principles that promote student recruitment, engagement and achievement.
Job Description:
NVIT anticipates a need for Director, Finance and invites applications from qualified candidates. The campus location, either Merritt or Burnaby, will be determined by candidate suitability. This will be a full-time, ongoing exempt position.

Job Summary:

The Director, Finance, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, is required to work independently and proactively for full completion of month-end and quarter-end procedures, and for the analysis and preparation of internal and external financial reports. The Director will provide budget advice and accounting expertise for the development and preparation of detailed institute-wide budgets. The Director, Finance will maintain on-going expense plan changes, reconciling them to funding sources and ensuring compliance with related policies and/or funding agreements. The Director provides guidance and recommendation to the CFO in ensuring the institute’s financial activity and reporting is conducted, recorded, reviewed and reported according to generally accepted accounting standards (GAAP) and to maintain compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).
Requirements/Qualifications:

    • CPA designation; A business degree together with a minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience (in post-secondary education experience preferred);
    •  Evidence of well-developed strategic thinking and project management skills in a deadline driven environment where multi-tasking and prioritizing are constantly required;
    • Experience in dealing with external auditors, year end preparation of Financial Statements, budget, and MD&A;
    •  Excellent technical and data manipulation skills in Microsoft Excel;
    • Experience in the development and review of an organization’s internal controls;
    • Excellent communication skills (written, oral, interpersonal) combined with outstanding human relations, team building and organizational skills;
    • Knowledge of higher education principles, policies, procedures and accreditation is an asset;
    • Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing
As an Indigenous centre for excellence, NVIT inspires learners to strengthen community.

NVIT gives high priority to Aboriginal candidates. All applicants should be experienced in working with Aboriginal people.

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