Finance Assistant

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Finance Assistant

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Department: Ontario Works

Division: Community and Social Services

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., must be flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which may include evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

Posting Date: July 14, 2026

Closing Date: July 28, 2026, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Finance Assistant provides administrative, clerical, and financial support to the Finance Manager within the Ontario Works Department. This position plays an important role in supporting the financial administration of Ontario Works (OW), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Employment Assistance, and the Transitional Support Fund.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting with accounts payable and receivable, payment processing, purchase orders, financial reporting, reconciliations, and records management. The position also supports the preparation of financial documentation, maintains accurate financial records, assists with budgeting activities, and responds to inquiries from clients, vendors, and program staff.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and departmental staff, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with departmental policies, funding requirements, and applicable legislation.

EDUCATION:

1. Post-Secondary Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Administration, Office Administration, Finance, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum two (2) years of experience in a finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support role.
2. Experience processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase orders, invoices, and financial records.
3. Experience working with accounting and financial management software, including Sage 300 (or equivalent).
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
5. Valid Class “G” driver’s license and use of company vehicle is required.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Please submit all mandatory documents electronically to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca or 2212-A Elm Avenue, Southwold, Ontario, N0L 2G0.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Oneida Nation of the Thames gives hiring preference to qualified First Nation applicants, with first preference to qualified Oneida Nation of the Thames members. Applicants wishing to be considered under this preference are encouraged to self-identify in their application.
• Oneida Nation of the Thames is guided by Skʌnʌ́ Teyukwalihwayenawakhuti “We will work together in peace” and is committed to supporting the preservation and use of the Oneida language and cultural practices.
• Oneida Nation of the Thames is committed to workplace diversity and will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.