Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Work location:

306 Main St, Ketchikan, AK99901

$ - $ Salary/year

Regular Full-Time

Varied Days

Finance

Indian Preference in hiring is given to qualified enrolled members of Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) and Native Americans consistent with P.L. 93-638 and in accordance with KIC policy and other applicable federal laws.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) performs most work assigned with a minimum assistance. Often leads a number of accountants, instructs them in work to be performed, reviews the work done, and directs necessary revisions. The CFO is able to make decisions on all but the most unusual accounting and auditing matters. When such problems arise, the CFO outlines concerns for the General Manager to review.

Incumbent supervises the Finance Department staff by providing and directing procedures and systems necessary to maintain proper records and to afford necessary accounting controls and services. Appraises the financial position and issues monthly financial and operating reports. Completes quarterly internal audits in preparation for annual audit.

• Developing accounting policies, procedures, and internal control measures to ensure adequate protection of KIC assets;
• Assigning and monitoring work, resolving operations problems, and implementing new procedures;
• Promoting a motivational environment that maintains the department as a cohesive unit.
• Assist HR with recruiting, selecting prospective employees,
• Orientating to department processes and procedures, and training employees;
• Maintaining a safe working environment; developing personal growth opportunities.
• Communicating job expectations;
• Coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; conducting training,
• Implementing and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

• Lead in the budget preparation in conjunction with the Program/Department directors;
• Forecasting requirements;
• Scheduling expenditures;
• Analyzing variances;
• Suggesting corrective actions;
• Developing and enforcing planning schedules.

• Analyzing capital needs;
• Representing the Tribe with financial institutions;
• Negotiating credit with banks, brokers, and insurance companies.

• Providing physical asset insurance coverage;
• Establishing, auditing, and enforcing internal controls.

• Supervising the preparation of monthly financial reports, including a statement of revenues and expenditures
• Overseeing completion of insurance applications, the placement of insurance, and the allocation of premiums to the various departments and funds;
• Analyzing long-range economic trends and recommending projects for future growth to the General Manager and the Tribal Council.

• Assisting in preparation of grant applications as requested;
• Overseeing grant reports preparation.

• Overseeing audit preparation;
• Coordinate all audits performed by external auditor;
• Work closely with auditors and staff to ensure timely completion of the audit.

Compiles regulatory requirements by approving and filing statements and reports.

• Attending educational workshops;
• Reviewing professional publications;
• Establishing personal networks;
• Benchmarking state-of-the-art practices;
• Participating in professional societies.

• Initiating and directing training programs and in-services for department employees when necessary;
• Evaluating the structure and plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the department;
• Establishing and maintaining a system of accounts (fund accounting);
• Advise Tribal Administrator and KIC Program/Department Directors on financial matters;
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with public officials, KIC employees, public, governmental agencies, and business establishments.

• Knowledge and educational preparation in the theories, methods, practices in accounting;
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet computer application skills;
• Extensive knowledge of PL 93-638 Compacts for IHS, BIA, and NAHASDA;
• Extensive knowledge of OMB Circular A-133, OMB Circular A-87 and GASB 34;
• Skill to operate the fund accounting software program;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most financial statements;
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints;
• Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentation on controversial or complete topics both external/internal parties;
• Ability to communicate professionally over the telephone and in person in a positive and clear manner;
• Ability to communicate orally, and in writing…