Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the organization’s growing Consulting practice, working closely with Tribal government clients to deliver ongoing accounting services and grant management functions. The Manager role provides client-focused service through strong relationships and high-value deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational, accounting, and consulting services for Tribal governments, including:
  • Monthly closing
  • Grants management
  • Grant reporting
  • Financial reporting to key decision makers
• Prepare polished deliverables for clients and ensure timely submission
• Develop policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Collaborate with clients to understand current business practices, identify improvement opportunities, 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 their audits
• Assist with practice growth
• Review the work of self and team for accuracy
• 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, including 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
  • 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, including the ability to prioritize while managing numerous projects/processes often under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently to prioritize tasks, 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
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and one or more government accounting/grant management software systems
• Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10–15%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with governmental accounting standards implementation
• Grants management experience
• Financial accounting experience, including account reconciliation

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $66,000 to $182,200
• Compensation is based on relevant factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Location

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