Manager of Finance - FNSB - Permanent at First Nation School Board - Yukon

MANAGER OF FINANCE

Finance, First Nation School Board - Whitehorse, Yukon

Hiring preference will be provided to those who identify as Yukon First Nation or Indigenous.

Based in Whitehorse, Yukon, on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an

Kwäch’än Council, the First Nation School Board (FNSB) was established in February 2022. Board run schools are for all Yukon students and aim to promote reconciliation by enhancing a Yukon First Nations model that puts the students first, through a strengths-based, community-centered approach. Our work reflects Yukon First Nations values.

For more information on the First Nation School Board, please visit

Based in Whitehorse, the Manager of Finance plays a key role in ensuring FNSB’s financial systems are accurate , transparent, and rooted in the values of accountability, reciprocity, and service. This position oversees day-to-day financial operations including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, reporting, budgeting, audit preparation, and financial systems development. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, the Finance Manager supports both internal decision-making and external reporting, while leading a small but dedicated finance team.

The role also supports the identification and management of external funding opportunities and grant agreements, helping to strengthen learning programs and school operations across the Territory.

To chat further about the role, reach out to Julia Spriggs, Director of Finance and Operations,

Are you motivated to work on a team developing a public school system grounded in reconciliation?

We are seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented financial leader with experience in non-profit or public sector financial management .

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• A Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA)
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in financial management, ideally within a non-profit, public sector, and/ or education setting
• Experience leading or improving financial processes, and supporting others in financial literacy and systems use
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software, financial reporting tools, and budgeting processes
• A collaborative approach grounded in relationship-building, respect, and service to schools and communities
• Ability to translate financial information into accessible, clear language for a range of audiences
• Commitment to values-driven financial stewardship that supports reconciliation and community-led education

An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience will be considered.

FNSB offers competitive salaries, rewarding work-life balance, professional and personal development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits packages.

To chat further about the application process, please contact Tasha-Lee!

Tasha-Lee Schwantz, Senior Human Resource Consultant,

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