Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the growing Consulting practice by delivering high-value services to Tribal government clients. Responsibilities include ongoing accounting services and grant management functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide 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 ensure timely delivery
• 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
• Perform 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
• Contribute to practice growth
• Review work for accuracy (for both self and team)
• Serve as an integral member of the Business Consulting Services team
• Travel occasionally 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, including not for profit and/or governmental experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service through 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 by prioritizing tasks, setting goals, and producing 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 in one or more of the following:
  • Grants management
  • Financial accounting, including account reconciliation
  • Governmental accounting standards implementation
  • Accounts payable processing

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $66,000 to $182,200
• Actual compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Location

Please discuss the work location status with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for the opportunity being explored.