First Nation Agriculture & Finance Ontario (FNAFO) is a non-profit Indigenous Financial Institution providing farm, agribusiness and small business financing to First Nations entrepreneurs in Ontario. For the summer of 2024, FNAFO is looking to hire a summer intern to support ongoing and new business activities. This position will be of particular interest for those looking to develop a career in business, business administration or accounting.

The Position
The Summer Intern will perform a variety of clerical, word processing and financial administrative duties related to providing support for staff within the office. The incumbent interacts with staff and clients in person, by telephone, and all other forms of communication. In addition, the Summer Intern provides support to staff involved in delivering and completing a wide variety of applications and forms for various bookkeeping and accounting programs.

Qualifications
Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in post-secondary school education with studies relevant to accounting and business management, or equivalent education and/or previous office experience.
• Ability to use computers programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices and principles.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational and planning skills.
 

Specialized Skills

• Awareness of First Nation’s Culture, as well as, understanding of First Nation’s business and economic challenges.
• Familiarity with Ontario agriculture and farming

This position is out of FNAFO’s Stirling office. This is a paid summer position offering $18.00 per hour and will be for a minimum of 10 weeks. 

Interested in joining our Team? Please forward your resume and cover letter by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.

For a full job description or more information contact:
First Nation Agriculture & Finance Ontario
Camden Lawrence, General Manager
220 North Street, P.O. Box 100 
Stirling, Ontario 1-800-363-5510
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Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.