Bookkeeper Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma and some post-secondary training or education.
• Three years of work experience as a Bookkeeper II or equivalent.
• Two years of work experience with modern financial systems, such as D365.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and practices applicable to Tribal and funding-agency requirements.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles, theories, concepts, and terminology.
• Knowledge of iSolved and D365 financial software.
• Knowledge of Federal Regulations 2 CFR 200, the Head Start Act, Head Start Performance Standards (1300s), and the Indian Self-Determination and Education Act.
• Knowledge of current literature, developments, and trends in bookkeeping and accounting.
• Ability to plan and organize work and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to learn routine and non-routine bookkeeping functions in the specialized area by planning and prioritizing workload.
• Ability to prepare budget modifications as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask and deal pleasantly and courteously with the public during high-stress situations.
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely, and with a well-modulated voice as required by the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, funding agencies, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to classify accounting transactions, maintain and reconcile accounts, close accounts, and prepare reports and statements.
• Experience with financial reporting and knowledge of federal grant requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in business administration or a related field.
• Enrolled Yakama Preference.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to the program mission, values, and policies in daily duties.
• Greet the public professionally and make appointments.
• Prepare, enter, maintain, verify, track, and report on financial documents, including purchase orders, purchase requisitions, travel, payroll, and payments.
• Use resource management software such as D365 and iSolved to maintain and report program financial and administrative information.
• Ensure budget account line-item funds are available and accurate.
• Verify financial reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Meet deadlines for document input and check issuance.
• File financial documents correctly each day.
• Maintain paper and electronic files for ongoing or closed contracts and documents.
• Prepare and maintain monthly in-kind reports for Head Start Centers.
• Develop, calculate, and report cost-sharing non-federal match budgets and reports.
• Identify financial-system constraints on production and recommend alternative solutions.
• Maintain general or subsidiary account ledgers.
• Coordinate with the supervisor, Central Accounting Office, Grants & Contracts office, vendors, and collaborative programs.
• Perform other related duties.