About the job
Financial Analyst
Malahat Nation
Full-time, Permanent
Office-based, with potential for a hybrid working arrangement
Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, the Financial Analyst will administer and maintain Malahat Nation’s corporate financial records and other systems, while assisting in the development of financial plans.
This role plays an important part in advancing self-determination and prosperity for the Malahat community. The Financial Analyst supports capacity building and local entrepreneurship while helping ensure economic activities align with Malahat Nation’s culture, values, and vision for sustainable development.
Occasional travel may be required.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Finance & Accounting
- Lead day-to-day corporate accounting operations
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes for Malahat Nation’s corporate entities
- Ensure reconciliations and reporting are completed accurately, on time, and in compliance with regulatory and accounting standards
- Prepare or analyze quarterly and annual draft financial statements for Government Business Enterprises, partnerships, joint ventures, and related entities for review by the Director of Finance
- Optimize cash flow management to support operational needs and strategic initiatives
- Implement cost control measures and identify efficiency improvements
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and reduce manual tasks
- Coordinate external audits and prepare required documentation for tax filings and compliance audits
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Support quarterly and annual finance planning processes including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and long-term planning
- Develop or review financial analysis and projections that support business cases proposed by the Economic Development Department in accordance with the Malahat Nation Financial Administration Law (FAL)
- Develop and manage project budgets, funding applications, and reporting obligations
Economic Development & Strategy
- Identify and evaluate new revenue-generating opportunities aligned with community priorities
- Lead business planning, feasibility assessments, and due diligence for prospective investments
- In collaboration with the Director of Economic Development, help develop and implement Malahat Nation’s economic development strategy
- Establish ambitious financial and strategic goals for long- and short-term success
- Support oversight of partnerships, joint ventures, and Nation-owned busine