Accountant I

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Controller, Accountant I is responsible for, but not limited to, maintaining the day-to-day accounting functions, accruals, financial statement preparation, and performing general accounting functions, as required. It will also perform internal audits to ensure programs follow policies, laws, and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development of budgets and budget projections.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and required financial reports.
• Assist with the annual financial audit.
• Assist with payroll.
• Provide up-to-date expenditure and balanced information.
• Review accounting transactions, verify budget and expenditures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.
• Respond to accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Prepare various month-end and year-end accounting functions.
• Prepare general ledger entries for adjusting and correcting accounting records.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchasing.
• Perform audit to ensure programs are following policies, laws, and regulations.
• Other duties as assign.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of financial accounting principles, balance sheets, income statements, financial administration, and reporting. Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Knowledgeable in fund accounting and government accounting procedures.
• Knowledgeable in Cost Principles, Uniform Guidance, and CFR’s applicable to Tribal Governments.
• Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
• Ability to research and compile information and use complex spreadsheets to support management in making sound decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity to community issues and concerns. 
• Skill in use of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Skills in preparation of project timelines and reporting deadlines.  
• Skill and ability in writing informative, accurate and comprehensive reports, newsletter articles, and other forms of written communications.
• Skill in budget preparation and administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's in accounting or finance or a combination of education and experience in a closely related field.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, transportation and insurance are required.
• Must pass background security check prior to employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug test as requested over course of employment.
• Must be able to work evening hours and weekends on occasion.

HIRING PREFERENCE  

Among qualified applicants, preference is given to Wilton Rancheria Tribal Members, then to spouses of Wilton Rancheria Tribal Members and to other Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Section 472 and 473). All applicants claiming preference must submit verification of their Indian heritage.