About the Organization

Zaag'idiwin Ngodoodegizwin Dibendaagizwin Naaknigewin (“Zaag'idiwin

Naaknigewin”) is the child and family wellbeing authority of Saugeen First Nation,

operating independently from Chief and Council. Guided by Saugeen’s inherent

jurisdiction—recognized federally as of November 2025—the organization is

creating a community-driven, culturally grounded model of child and family

supports.

Zaag'idiwin Naaknigewin is in an essential phase of institution-building. Core

financial systems, controls, and reporting structures are being developed with the

support of external specialists. The organization is now seeking a skilled senior

finance professional to assume leadership of the finance function, carry these

systems forward, and support the growth of a strong internal corporate services

team.

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Financial Services & Corporate Operations provides highlevel financial leadership and is responsible for the daily oversight of Zaag'idiwin

Naaknigewin’s financial administration and corporate services. Reporting directly

to the Executive Director, this role ensures strong stewardship, organizational

accountability, and the effective implementation of new financial systems.

This position requires a leader who can blend strategic oversight with hands-on

operational work. The successful candidate will maintain, refine, and champion

the financial systems designed by external professionals while building

organizational capacity and embedding financial insight into decision-making

processes.

As a senior team member, the Senior Manager contributes to organizational

planning, supports operational readiness, and helps develop a robust foundation

for long-term governance and service delivery.

Major Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Guidance

• Operationalize Zaag'idiwin Naaknigewin’s financial framework, internal
  
  controls, and fiscal policies.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Executive Director
  
  and senior leadership.
• Lead multi-year budgets, forecasting cycles, and long-range financial
  
  planning aligned with organizational mandates and community priorities.

2. Operational Financial Management

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, procurement
  
  processes, and financial reporting.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal leadership, the
  
  Board, and funding partners.
• Manage all aspects of the annual audit and maintain audit readiness in
  
  collaboration with external auditors.

3. Governance, Reporting & Compliance

• Apply and uphold financial policies, procedures, and accountability
  
  frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with:
  
  • Federal and Indigenous child and family services legislation
  • Funding agreements and contribution contracts
  • Financial reporting standards and funder requirements
• Prepare Board-level financial materials, risk assessments, and briefing
  
  notes for the Executive Director.
• Work with the Quality Assurance lead to ensure financial and outcomes
  
  reporting meet funder standards.

4. Oversight of Corporate & Operational Services

• Provide leadership for designated operational functions (e.g., IT,
  
  administration, facilities, procurement, or other assigned areas).
• Integrate financial insights with operational planning to support efficient,
  
  culturally grounded service delivery.
• Strengthen internal controls and advance continuous improvements
  
  across corporate service functions.

5. Systems Implementation & Capacity Building

• Become the internal expert on all financial tools, templates, and systems
  
  used by Zaag'idiwin Naaknigewin.
• Ensure consistent application and understanding of these systems across
  
  departments.
• Support cap