Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (EXCELLENT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, August 19, 2026, for the EA to CFO with Finance, Core Services . The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the website. Online applications are accepted through My Job Search . NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY:

The EA to CFO reports to and works under the direction and supervision of Chief Financial Officer.

The Executive Assistant (EA) to the CFO is a trusted strategic partner and confidential advisor, providing comprehensive executive-level support to ensure the CFO can focus on financial leadership, strategic initiatives, and organizational priorities.

This role extends far beyond calendar management — the EA actively anticipates needs, prepares the CFO for decisions, manages key workflows, and executes critical administrative and operational tasks within the Finance portfolio.

The EA will possess strong financial acumen, advanced organizational skills, and a proactive mindset, enabling them to:

Interpret and prepare financial information for review

Coordinate governance and Council-related processes

Liaise with high-level stakeholders

Maintain flawless administrative execution in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

The EA is expected to act on behalf of the CFO when appropriate, exercise independent judgment, and manage sensitive information with the highest degree of confidentiality.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions have a high profile,



extensive public contact and is subject to deadlines and interruptions.

Work requires ability to take direction, prioritize, work independently and cope with many demands.

Work positively and cooperatively as part of a team.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Chief Financial Officer:

Receives direction, guidance, and supervision from the Chief Financial Officer. Discusses plans, and priorities, and interacts with the CFO to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.

Executive Leadership Team and Core Service Directors:

Works collaboratively with the CEO, COO and Executive Directors of Data Analytics & Insights and Nation Building and their Executive Assistants. Also works collaboratively with the Directors of Human Resources, Finance, Communications, and Information Technology Solutions as applicable. Will ensure that communication is open and tasks are completed as required.

Senior Administrative Team:

Provides effective and respectful administrative support to the Senior Administrative Team. Manages schedules, coordinates meetings, and acts as a resource to support operations.

With Staff and Community as required:

Represents Six Nations of the Grand River administration in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner. Provides information and assistance as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications





- Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Finance, Office Administration, or related field (degree preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive executive assistant or senior administrative experience supporting C-suite or senior leadership.
- Experience in a finance, government, Indigenous, or not-for-profit environment is strongly preferred.
- Understanding of budgeting, audit cycles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and document/e-signature platforms.
- Excellent written communication skills with impeccable attention to detail and formatting standards

Other competencies

- Strong research, analysis, and summarization skills for financial and administrative content.
- Strategic thinking and ability to anticipate needs.
- Exceptional organization, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Diplomacy, discretion, and political acuity.
- Ability to work independently while building strong collaborative relationships.

IMPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in omission, analysis and judgment in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor relations, confusion and misinformation resulting in negative impacts to the leadership team that could result in severe legal and/or financial ramifications.

Errors in judgment and in the conduct of duties could lead to embarrassment to SNGR, community and administration; loss of public confidence and unnecessary conflict leading to lack of trust.

CONTROLS:

Must work within the policies and procedures established by SNGREC as guiding principles for administration.

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