Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Overview

This role supports the organization’s growing Consulting practice, serving Tribal government clients with 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 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
• 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 audits
• Assist with practice growth
• Review the accuracy of work completed by self and the 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, not for profit and/or governmental experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service across multiple communication methods (email, phone, chat, helpdesk ticket systems, etc.)
• Ability to understand problems, think critically, and identify creative solutions
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritize while managing numerous 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 effectively across functions/departments/teams and build 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

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