Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the organization’s growing Consulting practice, providing client service through strong relationships and high-value deliverables. The Manager role will serve Tribal government clients by delivering ongoing accounting services and grant management functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational, accounting, and consulting services for Tribal governments, including monthly closing, grants management, grant reporting, and financial reporting to key decision makers
• Prepare polished client deliverables and ensure timely submission
• Develop policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Collaborate with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, assist in defining new processes, and support updates to policies and procedures
• Support project start-up activities, including following project work plans, adhering to schedules, and attending kickoff meetings
• Coordinate with clients during the audit process, which may include helping clients prepare for audits
• Support practice growth
• Review own and team work for accuracy
• Serve as an integral member of Business Consulting Services
• Occasionally travel to client locations, firm trainings, or industry conferences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; emphasis in Accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience, including not for profit and/or governmental experience
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following:
  • Grants management
  • Financial accounting, including account reconciliation
  • Governmental accounting standards implementation
  • Accounts payable processing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including a proven commitment to exceptional client service across multiple communication methods (email, phone, chat, helpdesk ticket system, etc.)
• Ability to understand problems, think critically, and identify creative solutions
• Effective time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize while managing numerous projects/processes often under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, set goals, and produce quality work
• Self-directed professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions/departments/teams while building trusted relationships
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and one or more government accounting/grant management software systems
• Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10–15%

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate range for this position: $66,000 to $182,200 (national range)
• Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, prior experience, qualifications, degree, professional certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location
• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package is offered to eligible employees

Location

Work location status should be discussed with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity being explored.