First Nation Administration

                                  P.O. Box 1, Fort Albany, ON P0L 1H0

                              Tel: (705)-278-1044 Fax: (705)-278-1193

Call for Expressions of Interest

Role: Financial Advisor (contractor; as-needed basis)

Location: Fort Albany First Nation and other locations as may be agreed

About the Role:

Fort Albany First Nation is seeking expressions of interest from candidates interested in serving as a Financial Advisor to support the community with financial planning, advisory services, and sustainable fiscal management. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership and administration to ensure transparency, accountability, and sound financial decision-making.

This role is not a staff position. All work will be performed on an as-needed basis, as agreed between Fort Albany First Nation and the contractor(s).

Key Services:

●       Provide strategic advice on budgets, investments, and financial planning.

●       Prepare financial reports and statements for leadership and community meetings.

●       Monitor expenditures and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

●       Support program managers with budget forecasting and financial guidance.

●       Assist in developing financial literacy initiatives for community members.

●       Other responsibilities commonly performed by Financial Advisors as agreed.

Qualifications:

●       A degree/diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is recommended.

●       A CPA designation (or working toward one) is considered an asset.

●       Minimum 3 years of financial advisory or accounting experience.

●       Strong knowledge of Indigenous funding structures and reporting.

●       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply:

Qualified service providers are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources Department
Fort Albany First Nation

Garret McKinnon
hr@fortalbany.ca

Please ensure your cover letter and resume explain your:

●       relevant qualifications and experience;

●       rates; and

●       general availability to perform work on an as-needed basis.

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If you have a standard contract you use when providing services, please enclose a copy with your expression of interest (this is not required).

There is currently no deadline for expressions of interest. Expressions of interest will be considered as they are received, and may be kept on file for future use.

Fort Albany First Nation may request further information, samples of work, an interview, proof of qualifications, and/or references from interested service providers.