Description
ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Accomplish the Accounting and Finance Department objectives by planning, organizing and directing all required to operate and maintain departmental activities and services. Ensure the financial reporting accuracy, adequate internal controls and the protection of tribal assets and development of new and updating of existing financial systems are maintained in accordance with established laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
* Develop departmental plans, goals and objectives and ensure compliance to contractual obligations and requirements.
* Establish, implement and communicate approved goals, objectives, policies and procedures in accordance with applicable tribal, federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations and the needs of the Oneida Nation.
* Develop plans for the effective management of the Accounting and Finance department and supports the system of internal controls for all accounting transactions and administrative controls as related to employees, fixed assets, purchases, budgeting, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards
* Evaluate and establish standardized accounting policies, procedures, and ordinances within the Oneida Tribe's Financial Policies and Procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards
* Review and approve all accounting policies and procedures for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and with requirements established by funding sources, the Oneida Nation, and other governmental agencies.
* Work with customers in the development and setting of reporting goals and meaningful analysis tools to support strategic planning goals
* Prepare management and financial reports for the Chief Financial Officer and others as needed; analyzes financial activity and provides recommendations
* Improve staff effectiveness by counseling, training, and administering corrective action for employees; planning, delegating, monitoring, and appraising job tasks and results in a timely manner.
* Host regular staff meetings to ensure timely and effective communication between personnel and departmental related activities.
* Achieve financial objectives by preparing and administering annual program budgets, presenting, and justifying budget recommendation to appropriate personnel.
* Contribute to department's effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues and goals that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of actions; implementing directives
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations
Skills:
Essential:
* Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Adhere to strict confidentiality
* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Problem solving, human relations, time management, exercise independent judgment and meet strict timelines.
* Skill in budget preparation and administration
* Knowledge of tribal, state, and federal governments, to include knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, corporate and/or governmental management, system analysis, operations, finance, and accounting
* Knowledge of Human Resources management policies and procedures
* Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity to community issues and concerns
* Knowledge of statistical compilation and analyses including working on a computer, being able to work within the Microsoft Office Suite
* Knowledge and ability to efficiently and effectively develop manage and monitor grant funds, as well as program budgets
* Knowledge of tribal, federal, and state accounting, purchasing, and auditing policies and procedures
* Ability to work independently, exercise initiative, exercise independent judgement, prioritize, meet deadlines, and multi-task.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
* A Combination of Experience and Education May Be Considered
Nonessential:
* Master's Degree in Accounting
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk frequently
* Sit frequently
* Use arms frequently
* Repetitive movement of hands
* Talk frequently
* Hear frequently
* Stand occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Crawl occasionally
* Lift 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Move 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Office setting
* Moderate noise level
* Work extended hours
* Work various schedules
Experience:
Essential:
* Accounting and/or finance
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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