Overview
O’Chiese Business & Investment Centre (OCBIC) is the economic development arm of the O’Chiese First Nation. We oversee a diverse portfolio of Nation-owned businesses across Central Alberta, including energy and contracting services, retail, hospitality (hotel and casino), and professional services. Our mandate is to build strong, well-governed businesses that create long-term economic value for the Nation and its members.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our growing Finance team during an important phase of transformation. This is a hands-on, operational accounting role with responsibility for full-cycle accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance across multiple entities.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the business, bringing structure to complexity, and improving processes in a multi-entity environment. You will work closely with the Corporate Controller, business leaders, and internal teams to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable financial information.
Key Responsibilities
- Own full-cycle accounting for assigned OCBIC entities
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close schedules
- Manage AP, AR, invoicing, payments, and employee expenses
- Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support financial reporting, variance analysis, and management reports
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Prepare audit schedules and support CRA and internal compliance requirements
- Maintain accurate financial data in accounting systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks)
- Contribute to process improvements, system migrations, and standardization efforts
What Success Looks Like
Month-end close is accurate, timely, and well-controlledFinancial records are reliable, well-documented, and audit-readyBusiness leaders receive clear, practical financial insightsProcesses are continuously improved and standardized across entitiesStrong working relationships are built across OBIC businessesThis Role Is a Strong Fit If You
Have owned full-cycle accounting and month-end close, not just supported itAre comfortable working in operational, multi-entity environmentsEnjoy improving processes and bringing clarity to growing organizationsPrefer working on-site and being connected to day-to-day operationsValue collaboration, accountability, and long-term impactQualifications & Experience
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA designation or active progress toward CPA is strongly preferred5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in operational or industry-based environmentsExperience in retail, grocery, hospitality, contracting, energy services, or other high-volume businesses is a strong assetDemonstrated experience with full-cycle accounting, reconciliations, and financial reportingExperience supporting audits and CRA complianceProficiency with Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks)Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-throughClear communicator able to explain financial information to non-financial colleaguesRespect for Indigenous culture, governance, and community business practicesWhy Join OCBIC?
Work across a diverse portfolio of businesses - no two days are the sameBe part of a finance transformation, not a static environmentMake a meaningful contribution to Indigenous-owned enterprisesCollaborate with a supportive Finance team committed to improvement and growthOpportunity to deepen technical expertise and grow toward senior or controller-level responsibilitiesAdditional Information
Candidates must live in Alberta or be actively relocating to AlbertaThis is an on-site, full-time role based in Central AlbertaAll applicants must be legally entitled to work in CanadaSuccessful candidates will be subject to background checksOCBIC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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