Senior Finance Officer/Local Housing Organizations Analyst

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Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

The Senior Finance Officer/Local Housing Organizations Analyst position is located in the Housing NWT's South District Office in Hay River and reports to the District Controller. The duties of the position have an impact on the District Office, Local Housing Organizations, Contractors and Individual Corporation Clients and Tenants in the South Slave District as well as the year-end consolidated audit cycle of the Housing NWT. The SFO/LHO Analyst works within an established accountability framework to ensure the integrity of financial controls and processes in accordance with GNWT Acts and Regulations and in particular the Financial Administration Act, Financial Administration Manual, the Housing Northwest Territories Act and Societies Act.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of accounting theory, generally accepted accounting principles, accounting / bookkeeping practices, and financial administration.

Knowledge and ability to analyze and interpret legislation, policies, and procedures.

Financial management and administration skills.

Auditing skills sufficient to identify financial control problems.

Ability to work cooperatively and effectively within a diverse team of individuals and multi-disciplinary professionals.

Typically attained by

The completion of a degree in Accounting and two years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements - Actively registration in and completing the Professional Education Program (PEP) towards the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation.

Equivalencies may include;

The completion of a masters degree in Accounting and one years of relevant experience. Actively registration in and completing the Professional Education Program (PEP) towards the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation.

The completion of a degree with 2 years of relevant experience and registered in Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Preparatory courses.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Hay River HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE

HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1

Tel (867) 875-8086

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28183

Closing Date: Monday August 31, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $4,538

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