Position Summary: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is the focal point of responsibility and accountability for the Tribes finances. The CFO organizes and oversees all fiscal management operations including internal control systems as they apply to Tribal programs, and business operations owned by Tribe; and related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Provide for the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and procedures to process and account for all of Tribe’s financial matters.
• Review annually and make recommendations to Tribal Government regarding accounting systems and procedures.
• Monitor the management of cash and investment of funds in accordance with Tribal policies.
• Provide organization and leadership in developing long-term strategies and annual operating budgets for Tribal departments for review and approval by the Tribal Council.
• Publish written instructions as needed for use by various departments in the implementation of budgets and the conduct of Tribal business.
• Prepare and maintain the official budget for the Tribal Government and all associated programs including completing any and all budget actions authorized or directed by Tribal Council as well as obtaining final approval.
• Oversee and authorize all Accounts Payable ensuring that there is internal control that each transaction is an allowable cost, the cost is allocated correctly, and it is within the budget guidelines for each program.
• Oversee and authorize all General Ledger entries (typically performed by the Accountant II/III position) ensuring that there is internal control that each transaction is an allowable cost, the cost is allocated correctly, and it is within the budget guidelines for each program.
• Provide technical assistance and oversight to the Tribal Government organizations in the development and maintenance of fiscal management capacity and ensure the adequacy of fiscal management policies and systems implemented by them.
• Review all major financial transactions including, but not limited to, contracts, grants, agreements and financing arrangements and provide advice to the Tribal Administrator, Staff and the Tribal Council on such matters.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of and certify in writing all financial reports, revenue sharing reports, payroll tax reports and other documents required by funding, lending and taxing agencies.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of financial statements, balance sheets, income and expense reports, and cash flow analyses for the Tribal Council on no less then quarterly basis.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of all reporting requirements and payments for workers compensation, tax deposits, garnishments, unemployment and 1099’s.
• Handle all worker compensation and general liability claims, including investigations, follow up, filing reports, liaison, periodic claims review, status reports, and government required posting.
• Evaluate and recommend insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liability.
• Participate in the negotiation and proposal for the Indirect Cost Rate.
• Oversee the maintenance of all Children’s Trust records.
• Process or direct the processing of all payroll and oversee the maintenance of all payroll records including time off accruals and accuracy of records.
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Ten (10) years of relevant financial and/or accounting experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certified Public Accounting (C.P.A) or MBA is preferred.
• Experience working with Tribes and Tribal programs preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be eligible for coverage under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license. Must be willing to travel locally, regionally, statewide, and/or out-of-state, as necessary, during or after regular working hours.
• Preference in hiring is given to qualified American Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code, § 472 and 473). Applicants claiming Indian preference must submit verification by Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Tribal Enrollment.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Able to pass a BR drug test.
• Work involves periods of sitting, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities, and lifting of moderately heavy items, up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check and a pre-employment screening.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervise accounting department staff.
• Prepare annual evaluations.
• In absence of Tribal Administrator, supervise Tribal Office staff and functions.

SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to provide leadership in strengthening internal communication with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
• Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and schedules.
• Ability to develop and complete reports on time.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively when in high-pressure situations and under deadlines.
• The ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion, particularly regarding sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and possess problem-solving skills involving concrete variables in standardized situations and the ability to make varied decisions, and, in many cases, there is no precedent to draw upon.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with employees at all levels throughout an organization.
• Ability to adhere to the highest level of professional ethical standards.
• Ability to prepare and make comprehensive presentations and professionally communicate before an audience.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Pronouncements, as well as Uniform Guidance.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of financial and accounting practices, procedures, and regulations.
• Demonstrate skills in quantitative financial analysis and budgetary control, sufficient to prepare complex and detailed financial and budgetary analyses and to address a variety of budgetary issues.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively translate complex financial concepts to stakeholders at all levels (i.e., Finance Department Staff, Program Managers, Department Managers/Directors, Fiscal and Audit Committee, Business Committee, Tribal Citizens, etc.).
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor work to ensure quality.
• Demonstrate keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation.
• Demonstrate a record of satisfactory performance in all prior employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous employers.
• Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and sensitivity and ability to work effectively within a Native American tribal government environment.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, laws, statutes, and regulations of fiscal grant management and TANF programs.
• Knowledge of indirect vs direct expense rates and allocation methods.
• Knowledge of the diverse needs of Native American youth and families and the socio-economic issues relating to a diverse Native American population.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Successful clearance of all pre-employment testing, background, and credit checks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Provide for the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and procedures to process and account for all of Tribe’s financial matters.
• Review annually and make recommendations to Tribal Government regarding accounting systems and procedures.
• Monitor the management of cash and investment of funds in accordance with Tribal policies.
• Provide organization and leadership in developing long-term strategies and annual operating budgets for Tribal departments for review and approval by the Tribal Council.
• Publish written instructions as needed for use by various departments in the implementation of budgets and the conduct of Tribal business.
• Prepare and maintain the official budget for the Tribal Government and all associated programs including completing any and all budget actions authorized or directed by Tribal Council as well as obtaining final approval.
• Oversee and authorize all Accounts Payable ensuring that there is internal control that each transaction is an allowable cost, the cost is allocated correctly, and it is within the budget guidelines for each program.
• Oversee and authorize all General Ledger entries (typically performed by the Accountant II/III position) ensuring that there is internal control that each transaction is an allowable cost, the cost is allocated correctly, and it is within the budget guidelines for each program.
• Provide technical assistance and oversight to the Tribal Government organizations in the development and maintenance of fiscal management capacity and ensure the adequacy of fiscal management policies and systems implemented by them.
• Review all major financial transactions including, but not limited to, contracts, grants, agreements and financing arrangements and provide advice to the Tribal Administrator, Staff and the Tribal Council on such matters.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of and certify in writing all financial reports, revenue sharing reports, payroll tax reports and other documents required by funding, lending and taxing agencies.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of financial statements, balance sheets, income and expense reports, and cash flow analyses for the Tribal Council on no less then quarterly basis.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of all reporting requirements and payments for workers compensation, tax deposits, garnishments, unemployment and 1099’s.
• Handle all worker compensation and general liability claims, including investigations, follow up, filing reports, liaison, periodic claims review, status reports, and government required posting.
• Evaluate and recommend insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liability.
• Participate in the negotiation and proposal for the Indirect Cost Rate.
• Oversee the maintenance of all Children’s Trust records.
• Process or direct the processing of all payroll and oversee the maintenance of all payroll records including time off accruals and accuracy of records.
• All other duties as assigned