Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantDepartment: Finance Program: Accounting Reports to: Accounting Manager Employment Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638Job SummaryThe Staff Accountant, under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, is responsible for fixed assets and capital projects accounting, general ledger accounting, month-end close, indirect costs allocation, and annual financial audit rediness. Essential FunctionsMaintain fixed assets schedules and reconcile to the general ledger

Calculate and record monthly depreciation expenses

Track work in progress expenses for capital projects

Manage indirect cost allocations and assist with the annual indirect cost proposal

Manage grants receivable and deferred revenue allocations for grant funded programs

Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts

Prepare adjusting journal entries

Responsible for the month-end close process in accounting software

Provide support and review for A/P, Payroll, and A/R accounting functions

Prepare bank cash deposits

Assist with the preparation of work papers and supporting schedules for the annual financial audit

Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.Working ConditionsLifting RequirementsSedentary work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met

Physical RequirementsStand or Sit (Stationary position)Walk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)Repetitive MotionOSHA CategoriesCategory III– Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid

Equipment and ToolsList Equipment used for job: Computer, copier, scanner, 10 key, and other office equipment

TravelLocalQualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Three (3) years of relevant work experience may be substituted for Bachelor's degree

ExperienceThree (3) years of experience as a staff accountant, auditor, financial analyst or a similar role

PreferredConcentration in AccountingKnowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

License/CertificationMust have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire, or, with approval of the hiring manager, sign a *Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a driver's license to perform the required duties of the position (If Applicable)Special SkillsProficiency with Microsoft ExcelAbility to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing

Must work well in an environment that promotes job sharing, training, and team building

Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines

Attention to detail required

Ability to adapt well to change

Proven organizational and time management skills

Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively

• Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.

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