ACCOUNTANT/FISCAL ANALYST
POSITION TITLE: ACCOUNTANT/FISCAL ANALYST
SUPERVISOR: CFO
SALARY $70,000 - $85,000 Grade 16 DOQ
NATURE OF WORK: This lead position within the Accounting Department is actively
involved in accounting functions including accounts payable, payroll, and accounts
receivable, as well as budgeting and audit functions. Assists with the annual budget
development process and the execution and ongoing monitoring of the budgets; assists
with monthly and year-end closing processes and the preparation of monthly and annual
financial statements and reports. Performs accounting activities and reporting in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other federal rules
and regulations.
REPRESENTATIVE JOB DUTIES:
1. Supervises, maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, bank statements
and prepares financial reports for various program staff.
2. Assists in the budgetary process, maintains budgetary information and provides
assistance to departments in monitoring program budgets and activities. Interact
with department staff and provide fiscal information and assistance.
3. Enters the approved budgets in the Budget Module of the Fund Accounting
system.
4. Assist and support the Grants and Contracts Specialist with financial reporting
and the preparation of SF 425s.
5. Prepares and reviews financial statements for programs and supporting
information with the Grants/Contracts Specialist and other program managers to
include budgeting, receipt of revenue, expenditure of funds and conservation of
assets.
6. Assist in the preparation of the monthly grants and contracts receivable and
deferred revenue schedule.
7. Prepares reports and schedules to be used in preparation of audited financial
statements.
8. Maintain fixed assets and infrastructure accounting and inventory records.
9. Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll systems and related
procedures.
10. Review accounting functions and internal practices of departments.
11. Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business from a four-year accredited college or
university.
2. Four (4) years previous accounting and financial analysis experience.
3. Strong communication, organizational and collaborative skills in an active and
fast-paced office environment.
4. Governmental accounting and a strong background in EXCEL.
5. Experience with Abila MIP Fund Accounting software is preferred.
6. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribe’s
automobile insurance.
7. Must be able to work in a team environment.
8. Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills preferred.
9. The selected candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
test, and a complete background investigation, including relevant criminal history,
prior to employment.
Behavior standards: Respectful, courteous, and friendly to customers, other tribal employees, and tribal
leaders. A team player that helps the organization meet its objectives. Takes initiative to meet work
objectives. Effective communications with customers and other tribal employees. Gets along with coworkers and managers. Positively represents the tribe maintaining the trust Skokomish residents have place
in each of us. Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior.
CONFIDENTIALITY: The employee will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement. Violation of
this agreement can result in immediate dismissal.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY: The Skokomish Tribe is committed to providing a drug-free
workplace for its employees, volunteers and the community it serves. By Skokomish Tribal policy, this
position requires pre-employment drug testing.
PREFERENCE: The Skokomish Tribe’s Indian Preference Policy applies to this position. First
preference will be given to qualified, enrolled Skokomish tribal members. Second preference will be given
to qualified Native American applicants who provide proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe.
Applicants not entitled to, or who fail to claim Indian Preference, will receive consideration without regard
to ethnic/national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, or membership in the
tribal organization.
This position is at will and does not create a contractual relationship between the tribe
and the employee.