Fisheries Accounting Specialist I-YKFP

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation•Toppenish, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fisheries Accounting Specialist I is responsible for overseeing all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities of the Yakama Nation Fisheries Program for contracts, grants, and agreements with various federal, state, and tribal entities, as well as private funding. This role provides direction for program and project specific finances, including the development of a sound financial strategy, metrics, internal controls, leadership, and systems to preserve program assets. The position involves planning, directing, coordinating, and maintaining integrated financial and risk management functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Yakama Nation's Financial and Personnel Policies and Code of Federal Regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, specializing in Accounting or related field.
Three years of experience as a Bookkeeper V, demonstrating the ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
Knowledge of US Code of Federal Regulations, Title 2, Grants and Contract Administration, Accounting Practices, Generally Accepting Accounting Principles (GAAP), Budgeting and Fiscal Reporting for state, federal, private and tribal reporting.
Knowledge of Yakama Nation Policies and Procedures in Finance, Grant & Contract, Property & Acquisitions, and Human Resources, and other procedures including Human Resources, and other procedures including Safety Manual and Travel Regulations both Federal and Tribal policies.
Knowledge and ability to classify accounting transactions, maintain and reconcile accounts, close accounts, prepare financial reports and statements, budget preparations and management, along with financial forecasting.
Knowledge and ability to learn Microsoft Dynamics 365 integrated computerized accounting system, databases and spreadsheets.
Superior skill level with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Isolved time cards.
Knowledge of administrative, clerical practices and proficiency in computer use, specifically Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe, Access and 10-key operation, and general office machines.
Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
Ability to develop an effective relationship supporting building administrators.
Ability to prioritize and handle frequent interruptions.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects and tasks with completing deadlines.
Ability to analyze and recommend corrective procedure or process to resolve problems, error and corrections needed in the financial area and contract management.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication with all Yakama Nation Fisheries staff, other department staff, supervisors/managers, elected officials and the public to ensure a positive work environment.
Ability to connect with staff and community members in a mutually respectful, supportive and accessible manner and address problems, issues and complaints tactfully, courtesy and effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written at all organizational levels within personnel and external agencies.
Ability to demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity and be able to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and productively with minimal supervision.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Nice To Haves

Enrolled Yakama Preference

Responsibilities

Determines necessary work products and oversees day-to-day work activities.
Examines a variety of financial statements for completeness, internal accuracy, and conformance with uniform accounting classification and specific accounting requirements.
Prepares schedules and reports for internal and external distribution.
Makes analysis of various accounting problems, collects and assembles data, and prepares recommendations for solutions.
Ensures contractor expenditures comply with contract requirements and are within budget and allowable under all regulations for tribal and federal contracting.
Reviews and verifies cost documentation and financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and adequacy, including the inclusion of all appropriate and relevant supporting documents.
Reconciles with the Financial System and obtains approval from the Grants and Contracts Office.
Reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports along with a status report of priority work tasks.