Contract Representative

STANDING ROCK SIOUX TRIBE • Fort Yates, ND

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About The Position

The Contract Representative ensures that funds, grants, and contract expenditures from funding agencies received in the name of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe are proper and within approved budgetary limits. The role prepares financial reports, reconciles fiscal-year expenditures with auditors, and assists with requests for funds from funding agencies to support adequate funding for program operations.

The position monitors and manages assigned fund, grant, and contract finances; processes financial transactions and reports; supports grant and contract administration; and coordinates with funding agencies, auditors, and internal stakeholders. It also monitors compliance with applicable financial policies, regulations, budgets, and funding requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The role is subject to pre-employment, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing, as well as Tribal, State, and Federal background investigation.

Requirements

• Experience in an accounting or finance-related field may be considered.
• Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
• Must undergo Tribal, State, and Federal background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
• Qualified applicants who are enrolled members of a federally recognized Tribe will receive Native American preference.
• Qualified applicants may receive Veteran’s Preference upon submission of proof of honorable military service, such as a DD-214.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the financial activities of assigned funds, grants, and contracts to ensure expenditures comply with approved budgets and funding requirements.
• Process financial transactions and reporting, including purchase orders, drawdowns, indirect costs, federal financial reports (FFRs), and account reconciliations, within established timelines.
• Establish charts of accounts and onboard and close program accounts.
• Assist with budget development, modifications, and journal vouchers.
• Coordinate with funding agencies, auditors, and internal stakeholders to resolve fiscal issues, support timely reimbursement of funds, and maintain compliance with grant and contract requirements.
• Monitor program finances, participate in audits, resolve fiscal concerns, and perform other finance office duties as assigned.
• Prepare financial reports and reconcile fiscal-year expenditures with auditors.
• Assist with requests for funds from funding agencies to help ensure adequate funding for program operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed