Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the Consulting practice by delivering high-value services to Tribal government clients, including 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 completion
• Develop policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Collaborate with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, help define new processes, and support updated policies and procedures
• Support project start-up activities, including following work plans, adhering to schedules, and attending kickoff meetings
• Coordinate with clients during the audit process, which may include assisting clients in preparing for their audits
• Assist with initiatives to grow the practice
• Review work for accuracy (self and team)
• Serve as an integral member of the Business Consulting Services team
• 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, not for profit and/or governmental experience
• Experience in one or more of the following preferred: grants management, financial accounting including account reconciliation, governmental accounting standards implementation, and/or accounts payable processing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with 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, with the ability to prioritize while managing multiple projects/processes under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently to prioritize assignments, establish goals, and produce quality work
• Self-directed professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate and work 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 range: $66,000 to $182,200
• The range reflects a good-faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation depends on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and business/organizational needs.
• It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.
• Eligible employees receive a compensation and benefits package.

Location

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