Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the organization’s growing Consulting practice, working closely with Tribal government clients to deliver high-value client service and ongoing accounting services. Responsibilities also include grant management and related reporting.

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 client deliverables and help ensure timely submission
• Develop policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Collaborate with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, define new processes, and update 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 helping clients prepare for their audits
• Assist with efforts 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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; emphasis in Accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in not for profit and/or governmental settings
• 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, with a proven commitment to exceptional client service via 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 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%

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $66,000 to $182,200
• This range reflects a good-faith and reasonable estimate of compensation expected at the time of posting. Actual compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
• Not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.
• Compensation and benefits are provided for eligible employees.

Location

Work location status should be discussed with a talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the specific opportunity being explored.