Budget Analyst (Tribal Administration)

Reno-Sparks Indian Colony•Reno, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony as a Full-Time Budget Analyst in Tribal Administration and immerse yourself in a rewarding role that directly impacts our community. This onsite position allows you to work collaboratively with a dedicated team, fostering a culture focused on customer service and traditional values. With a competitive pay range of $30.36 - $37.34 per hour, your financial acumen will help shape the future of our tribal programs and services. You will have the unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that drive economic growth while maintaining integrity and prioritizing safety. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. This is your chance to make a tangible difference in the community while enhancing your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. Career advancement is within reach, so take the first step toward a fulfilling role in beautiful Reno, NV.

Requirements

Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Word, and Excel is essential for preparing annual department budgets, analyzing financial reports, and compiling budget projections.
A keen eye for detail will help you ensure compliance with OMB Circulars, grant requirements, and RSIC Finance policies.
You must also demonstrate the ability to establish collaborative relationships with department directors and tribal officials while effectively organizing, planning, and prioritizing your responsibilities to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical skills are necessary for performing cost-benefit analyses and identifying trends affecting budget needs.
Additionally, you should possess excellent communication skills to clearly present complex information and maintain confidentiality.
A background in business math or accounting will be beneficial, along with an understanding of the unique dynamics of a diverse minority environment.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Supplemental course work in business math or accounting preferred; extensive experience in general clerical including experience in report preparation and utilization of spreadsheet applications.
Must be computer literate to operate accounting software and Microsoft Word and Excel programs.
Ability to understand and follow brief instructions in regard to solving accounting problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective constructive and cooperative working relationships with tribal officials, peers and the public.
Ability to organize, plan and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to accomplish job tasks.
Must understand and maintain RSIC confidentiality policies
Must be able to work in a diverse minority environment.

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience in general clerical including experience in report preparation and utilization of spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of the annual department budgets, modifications and reconciliations with AccuFund reports.
Prepares annual budget packets for distribution to the Tribal Administrator and Tribal Council.
Compile information for budget projections and estimates for completeness, accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations
Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
Ensure expenditures in all accounts are in compliant with applicable OMB Circulars grant requirements and RSIC Finance policies.
Coordinates the preparation, input, printing and distribution of budget worksheets with RSIC Finance and Contracts & Grant Office to ensure reconciliation of department budget line-items.
Assists and supports the RSIC Finance in researching, compiling and verifying information used in the budget preparation, review and when necessary amendment of policies and processes
Coordinates with Department Directors/Managers in preparation and distribution of the preliminary final and modified budget(s).
Assists Directors/Managers in performing cost-benefit analyses to compare operating programs, Grant proposals review financial requests or explore alternative financing methods.
Review budget proposals to ensure they comply with the RSIC and the department’s strategic plan, goals and objectives.
Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
Performs or assist with other related duties as assigned