District Controller
Job Summary
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
This position is located in the Housing Corporation's Sahtu District office in Norman Wells. The incumbent reports directly to the District Director. The District Controller has fiduciary responsibility for the Financial, Human Resource and Administrative Affairs of the District; is accountable for the management of financial systems, safeguards corporate assets, prepares, issues and distributes financial reports, maintains internal financial controls, ensures effective financial management processes and practices are maintained and are operating effectively in the District Office and LHO, and provides training, development and support to Corporate and Local Housing Organization staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Financial management skills.
Auditing skills sufficient to identify financial control problems.
Knowledge of Human Resource management and administrative practices.
Knowledge of Territorial Lands Act and Regulations.
Knowledge and experience in mainframe accounting systems.
Ability to operate effectively in cross-cultural environment.
Typically, the above qualifications would be obtained by:
Detailed knowledge of accounting theory, generally accepted accounting principles and financial planning. This level of knowledge is normally acquired through a professional accounting designation-i.e.: CGA, CMA, CA, and three (3) to four (4) years of working experience in Financial Management, and two (2) years Supervisory experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@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 # 28109 Closing Date: August 7, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time.
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $65.25 per hour (approximately $127,237.50. per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance
Application Assistance
Application Assistance
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