HAICO EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS

EXISTING AND RECRUITMENT

The following summarizes both the existing and forward-looking employment positions at HaiCo and its Group of Companies:

There are specific positions that are noted to require a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. The following education and experience is needed for this designation:

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA):

  • Obtain recognized undergraduate degree with specific subject area coverage or undergraduate degree and completion of CPA preparatory courses

  • Complete CPA Professional Education Program including passing the common final examination  

  • Complete 30 months of work experience

  • You can learn more about becoming a CPA here: https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/become-a-cpa

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Establish short-term and long-term strategy and measurable goals for the performance and growth for each business

    • Oversee operations of HaiCo Group of Companies

    • Approve annual operating plans for each company

    • Identify and evaluate new economic development and investment opportunities for the Nation

    • Oversee the senior management team

    • Assess and manage risk

    • Develop and maintain relationships with the shareholder and all strategic partners

    • Communicate with stakeholders and external parties

    • Oversee the quarterly and annual reporting to the board of directors and shareholder

    • Oversee the development and implementation of operational policies

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 10+ years experience in progressive leadership in senior roles

    • Strong working knowledge of First Nation governance and administration

    • Experience working with boards and advanced knowledge of governance best practices

    • Experience developing and implementing successful strategic business plans

    • Strong relationship building, stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with experience focusing on win-win solutions

    • Strong business acumen and analytical skills

    • A graduate level degree in a related discipline and any additional education (professional designation) is considered an asset

  • Recruitment is anticipated to resume in 2023

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead the senior management team to develop and implement approved policies and procedures that promote the strategic direction of HaiCo and its Group of Companies

    • Participate in the design and implementation of business strategies, plans and procedures that are aligned with the strategic goals of the organization and the Letter of Expectations from the shareholder

    • Participate in setting comprehensive goals for the performance and growth of each business

    • Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of the senior management team

    • Evaluate the performance of each business by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics

    • Prepare annual operating plans for each business for approval by the board of directors

    • Participate and support the reporting to the board of directors

    • Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication

    • Participate in expansion activities (investments and acquisitions)

    • Manage and maintain relationships with the Shareholder and strategic partners

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • Progressive leadership roles with 5+ years experience in a senior management position

    • Experience working with boards and advanced knowledge of governance best practices

    • Experience developing and implementing successful strategic business plans

    • Strong relationship building, stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with experience focusing on win-win solutions

    • Strong business acumen and analytical skills

    • A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and any additional education (a related graduate degree or professional designation) will be considered an asset

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee the accounting and finance functions and systems

    • Direct the approved accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

    • Oversee relationship with auditors and financial institutions

    • Oversee the accounting and finance team

    • Develop the annual budgets

    • Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and operational reporting

    • Prepare and present quarterly and annual reporting to the board of directors and shareholder

    • Oversee procurement policy and approve relevant expenditures

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 10+ years of experience in progressive leadership roles

    • At least five years experience in a senior financial position

    • CPA designation

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Provide administrative and communication support to the CEO including drafting correspondence and coordinating travel itineraries

    • Draft and support strategic communications

    • Support and manage strategic projects

    • Receive, direct and re-direct communication and handle various issues as directed by the CEO

    • Liaise with the shareholder and communities of Haida Gwaii as directed

    • Coordinate and support meetings (board, HaiCo committees, shareholder, community, and any other meetings) including the distribution of all materials

    • Prepare and maintain all documentation for the board including minutes, action items, and any other governance material

    • Support relationship building that is crucial to the success of HaiCo and manage special projects for the CEO

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 10+ years experience at an equivalent level of responsibility

    • Significant experience with coordination, planning and working as part of a team

    • Proven experience providing administrative support to a board of directors and managing corporate records

    • Strong working knowledge of First Nation governance and administration

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Identify and analyze strategic initiatives including new initiatives/ventures and proposed changes to existing operations

    • Develop business and operating plans with any required supporting analysis

    • Support performance measurement of each business by reviewing metrics and data

    • Develop briefing notes for board and shareholder decision making

    • Develop operating policies and procedures

    • Support problem solving work including working collaboratively to find opportunities in new markets, growth strategies, new product development, and competitive responses in various business operations

    • Support recruitment efforts for each company

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 10+ years experience in a consulting/business analyst role

    • 3+ years experience in First Nations business development and administration

    • Experience and knowledge of First Nations

    • A related graduate level degree and/or finance professional designation is required

  • Temporary contract in place. Recruitment efforts to be determined.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversees and develops visual and written communication material

    • Develops and implements the marketing and communication strategy

    • Develops marketing and communication department budget

    • Reports on relevant benchmarks and key performance indicators

    • Collaborates with management team on strategic initiatives

    • Establishes, develops, and maintains communication and marketing standards and manual/s

    • Develops and maintains websites

    • Maintains awareness of the marketplace and conducts research on upcoming trends

    • Engages with industry marketing organizations and industry stakeholders as needed

    • Performs ongoing research to identify and capitalize on unmet audience/market needs

    • Manages any third-party contractors to support communication and marketing efforts

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 10+ years of experience in progressive leadership roles

    • Experience with product, destination, or hospitality marketing

    • 3+ years experience in First Nation corporate communications, business development and/or public relations

    • Graphic design and website development background is considered an asset

    • Bachelor’s degree in communications or marketing required

    • An equivalent combination of education, skills, and ability acceptable

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Create and administer regular communication content on social media platforms and websites

    • Develop assets and content for communication and marketing including photography, videos, stories, etc.

    • Create, design, and distribute HaiCo’s quarterly newsletter and community announcements

    • Plan and coordinate community meetings and any other HaiCo Group of Companies’ engagements

    • Work closely with the Council of Haida Nation’s Communication Department on HaiCo and its subsidiaries communications

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 5+ years experience at an equivalent level of responsibility

    • Significant experience with coordination, planning, and working as part of a team

    • Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Oversees the daily operations of the accounting department

    • Supervises accounting staff ensuring they have the tools and training to carry out their duties effectively and efficiently

    • Prepares working papers and supports the annual financial audit process

    • Supports the annual certification audit process

    • Supports the insurance renewal process for every company

    • Maintains accounting controls and ensures that accounting policies and procedures are followed

    • Prepares monthly financial statements and assists with quarterly financial reporting

    • Supports CFO with annual budget preparation and monitoring throughout the year

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in full cycle accounting

    • Relevant industry experience

    • CPA designation

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Prepare, review, analyze and distribute payroll

    • Prepare record of employments (ROE), remittances, T4s, and report requirements for deductions and benefits as outlined by legislation

    • Provide reports to CFO as requested

    • Review invoices, confirm approvals, and process payment for all vendors

    • Answer suppliers' inquiries

    • Process employee expense reimbursements

    • Process of all forms of payment, including cheques, wire transfers and electronic file transfers

    • File paid invoices electronically

    • Prepare credit applications to new accounts when required

    • Process bank and credit cards reconciliation

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • 3+ years processing high volume payroll and accounts payable

    • Advanced user in QuickBooks

    • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP an asset

    • Possess either a diploma or certificate in accounting/bookkeeping

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Perform complex clerical and entry-level accounting activities

    • Prepare and keep financial and business transactions up to date applying accepted procedures, and prepare reports to ensure accurate accounting records

    • Compile and check source documents for completeness and accuracy, and prepares reports

    • Verify and post details of business transactions to appropriate ledgers and journals, and totals accounts

    • Enter payables checking invoices for accuracy, obtaining approvals, and coding to correct accounts

    • Assists accounting department with spreadsheets, reconciliations, and various special projects

    • Maintain accurate, compliant, and organized paper and electronic files

    Training, Education, and Experience

    • A certificate or diploma in accounting or equivalent education

    • Intent to enroll and obtain a CPA designation is preferred

    • Prior experience working in a manufacturing-based business is an asset

    • Prior experience with point of sales system is an asset

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