Term: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Seabird Island Band Office, Agassiz, BC
Status: In Office
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 - 4:30 pm.
Salary: Starting from $37.51 an hour – Depending on skills and experiences.
About Us:
Seabird Island is committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive workplaces grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and ways of being. We support a diverse range of teams across Seabird and are dedicated to fostering healthy workplaces, strong leadership, and meaningful employee experiences.
About the Role:
Join Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band) as a Financial Analyst and play a key role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of our organization. Reporting to the Comptroller, you will provide financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and accounting support that helps drive informed decision-making across departments. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is passionate about delivering meaningful insights, improving processes, and contributing to a community-focused organization that values collaboration, accountability, and cultural respect.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Analyze financial and statistical data to support organizational decision-making.
- Prepare financial reports, summaries, and supporting documentation.
- Conduct reconciliations, cost analysis, and overhead allocations.
- Perform full-cycle accounting for assigned programs or ventures.
- Assist with year-end processes, audits, and financial statement preparation.
- Coordinate financial information for corporate and charitable tax filings.
- Partner with department leaders to monitor budgets and expenditures.
- Collaborate with auditors, funding agencies, and internal stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting, and processes.
*A full job description is available upon candidates request.
About You:
You are a detail-oriented and analytical finance professional with experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and full-cycle accounting. You enjoy working with data to solve problems, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making. You thrive in collaborative environments, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and bring a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Experience working with Indigenous communities or a genuine interest in supporting First Nations organizations is considered a strong asset.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum three years of progressive financial analysis experience.
- Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of accounting systems and financial technologies.
- Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Commitment to ethical financial practices and confidentiality.
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence and reliable transportation.
Assets
- Experience working in a non-profit, public sector, or First Nations environment.
- Experience supporting Indigenous communities through finance, accounting, or financial planning.
- Knowledge of First Nations cultures, traditions, and community dynamics.
- Understanding of culturally safe practices and Indigenous perspectives.
- Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why Work with Us:
We offer extended health and dental benefits, a pension plan with employer matching, paid vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment. Join an organization that values community, inclusion, cultural learning, and employee growth while making a meaningful impact across multiple organizations and communities.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience through our careers page/Indeed Posting. Questions about this opportunity can be directed to [email protected]. Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to meet all pre-employment screening requirements, including a Criminal Record Review Program Check.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum three years of progressive financial analysis experience
- Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
- Knowledge of accounting systems and financial technologies
- Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Commitment to ethical financial practices and confidentiality
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence and reliable transportation
- Experience working in a non-profit, public sector, or First Nations environment
- Experience supporting Indigenous communities through finance, accounting, or financial planning
- Knowledge of First Nations cultures, traditions, and community dynamics
- Understanding of culturally safe practices and Indigenous perspectives
- Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a Criminal Record Review Program Check
What We Do
Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band) is a First Nations government in Agassiz, BC, dedicated to promoting a healthy, self-sufficient, and educated community. They provide over 20 essential services, including healthcare and education, collaborating with partners to improve economic opportunities and overall wellbeing for First Nations people and families, while exercising their right as a self-governing nation.
