Financial Analyst

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst, under the supervision of the Accounting Manager, monitors and maintains approved program budgets. This role analyzes and communicates variances to program managers and directors and provides other general budget support. This position is also responsible for grant financial reporting, financial applications maintenance, bank statements reconciliation, and audit support.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or related field, or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree
Three (3) years of experience as a staff accountant, auditor, financial analyst, or a similar role
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Ability 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 work under the pressure of deadlines
Attention to detail required
Ability to adapt well to change
Proven organizational and time management skills
Ability to multi-task and work independently
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
Must 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 )

Nice To Haves

Concentration in accounting preferred
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Responsibilities

Set up and maintain program budgets in the accounting system
Perform budget vs. actual expense variance analysis
Create and maintain online financial information dashboards for non-accounting users
Prepare financial reports for granting agencies
Assist with grant close-outs and tracking of grant encumbrances
Assist with the annual budgeting process and financial data inputs for new grant applications
Liaise with software vendors to enhance the utilization, integration, and functionality of systems used by the finance department
Assist with resolving technical issues with financial software applications
Prepare monthly bank statement reconciliations
Assist with preparing supporting work papers for financial, compliance, and insurance policy audits
Protect operations by keeping information and planning confidential, only distributing to relevant parties
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies, and TERO ordinance