Financial Controller for Board of Directors

4 hours / monthly

ONGOING

Position: Financial Controller (Volunteer, Board Member)
Location: Remote/Quarterly Meetings
Commitment: Quarterly board meetings (with occasional ad-hoc financial oversight)

About Us:
We are a dedicated organization committed to:

Preserving and revitalizing traditional Whonnock teachings, languages, and cultural practices

Bridging traditional wisdom with contemporary knowledge to create meaningful learning opportunities

Empowering youth to embrace and honor their cultural heritage

Building a resilient future grounded in traditional values

Sharing knowledge and practices with other communities

Fostering inter-community connections to sustain traditions for future generations

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Financial Controller to join our Board of Directors, providing financial oversight, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. The ideal candidate will hold an Accounting designation in British Columbia (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA) and have experience in nonprofit financial management.

Key Responsibilities:
Review and oversee financial statements, budgets, and reports

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, nonprofit regulations, and funder requirements

Advise the board on financial strategy, risk management, and sustainability

Support the Executive Director and finance team in financial planning

Attend quarterly board meetings (with potential additional review sessions as needed)

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Certification or Education Required

Accounting designation in British Columbia (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA)

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful impact by supporting Indigenous cultural revitalization
Work with a passionate, values-driven team
Contribute your financial expertise to a growing, mission-focused organization

Activities involved

Auditing

Skills required

Forecasting

Requirements:

Interview
References
Resume

Remote or online
Flexible in schedule