Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

The organization is seeking a Manager for its Consulting practice to support Tribal government clients. This role focuses on delivering a mix of ongoing accounting services and grant management functions, with an emphasis on high-value deliverables and strong client relationships.

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 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
• Perform 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 audits
• Contribute to practice growth
• Review own and team work 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, 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 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 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 the compensation expected at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on factors including 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.

Location

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