Finance and Administrative Coordinator
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.
Department Information
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.
Job Information
The Finance and Administrative Coordinator reports to the Manager, Financial Operations based in Headquarters in Yellowknife. The incumbent supports the delivery of programs by providing and maintaining cash control systems and performing financial and administrative functions in compliance with all relevant financial and administrative acts and regulations, FAM and all departmental policies and procedures.
The Inuvik office functions as a satellite office in the delivery and support of the Regional Office programs and services. The Regional Superintendent provides day to day direction.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret directives, standards and legislation and provide sound advice on their meaning or intent
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial information and intake any corrective action
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to the public, industry, stakeholders and others on a wide range of financial matters
- Good management skills, the ability to work without direct supervision
- Good human relations and motivational skills to deal with day-to-day staff issues as well as the interests of stakeholders within and outside the department
- Knowledge of and ability to use MS Operating Systems, MS Office, Internet, Email, spreadsheets and accounting software
- Knowledge of Acts, regulations, policies and procedures pertinent to duties and responsibilities listed
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy to ensure financial operations are recorded accurately
- Very effective organizational skills to be able to keep accurate records and provide detailed information when requested
- Time management and multi-tasking skills to be able to manage the volume and variety of work
- Ability to commit to actively upholding and consistently practicing personal diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness, as well as safety and sensitivity approaches in the workplace
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The completion of grade 12 with some courses in accounting, combined with two years of related administrative and finance/accounting experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
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 # 27451
Closing Date: February 10, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $39.26 per hour (approximately $76,557.00 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,706.00
Application Assistance
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