Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory - Tribal Government Industry

Overview

This role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance. The position requires driving change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology, standardized processes, and best practices. Building and maintaining trusted relationships with client executives by understanding their business goals and delivering tailored solutions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, delivering strategic financial insights and operational guidance.
• Drive change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology, standardized processes, and best practices.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client executives by understanding their business goals and delivering tailored solutions.
• Oversee multiple client teams, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounting engagements.
• Analyze financial performance, including KPIs, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and cash flow.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., revenue cycle, payroll, cost reporting) to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Develop client budgets and forecasts, offering consultative support on financial planning and strategy.
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant Public Accounting or industry accounting experience.
• Tribal Government CFO level experience preferred.
• Proven success leading teams through organizational change and process improvement.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset.
• Experience managing remote teams and promoting collaboration across geographies.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Intacct, Abila MIP, Netsuite, Bill.com, and demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Must have work experience with Tribal Government and its enterprises.
• Advanced understanding of governmental accounting, grant compliance, and audit requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay range: $142,000 to $195,000. Offers typically are not made at the maximum to allow for future salary increases.
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and organizational performance.
• Comprehensive benefits including multiple health plan options (HMO & PPO), dental and vision coverage, HSA with potential employer contribution, Employee Assistance Program.
• Firm-sponsored basic life and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing and employer matching contributions.
• Well-being incentives, education and certification assistance.
• Flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, and family formation benefits.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal coverage, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D insurance.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on annual hours, position status/level, and location.
• Flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; work preferences can be discussed during the interview process.

Location

This position may require up to 50% travel. Remote work options are available depending on the role and location.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action organization. All candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristics.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process upon request.