Comptroller

Job Description

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Comptroller supervises assigned staff, performs professional accounting and fiscal analysis in the review and preparation, maintenance, and verification of the Tribe’s fiscal and accounting records. Communicates with Tribal directors and staff regarding fiscal and compliance matters.

• Five to seven (5-7) years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Two to three (2-3) years of financial statement preparation.
• Two to three (2-3) years of experience working in audits as an auditor or an auditee.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• No license/certification required.
• Program administration and management experience demonstrating responsibility for planning, organizing, evaluating, and exercising leadership qualities necessary to direct a complex healthcare delivery system or program.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, theories, and practices; auditing principles and methods; administration of fiscal affairs; working with financial institutions and investment firms, pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations; computer software specific to the department; preparation/review of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; budget development and control; thorough internal control practices and procedures; principles of revenue collection and monitoring, financial auditing, financial record‑keeping, and reporting.
• Ability to oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive, integrated accounting program; perform specialized accounting assignments; perform account reconciliations and financial statement analysis; understand the organization and operation of the Tribe and of outside agencies; plan, organize, and supervise assigned areas of responsibility; select, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; exercise flexibility; organize and prioritize work in order to meet timelines and deadlines;
  
  analyze situations, make sound recommendations, and project consequences of proposed actions; monitor and verify the accuracy of fiscal records and reports; make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; analyze, develop, modify and document departmental procedures and practices in accordance with sound internal controls; write clear, concise, and accurate fiscal accounting records and narrative reports; communicate orally in a clear, concise manner;
  
  establish, maintain, and foster effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Essential workstation operation and general office equipment skills; computer‑related problem‑solving skills through available training and help desk.
• Knowledge of internet programs such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and appropriate software for storing electronic files.
• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers.

• Master’s in accountancy, Finance or Business Administration.
• CPA License.
• Experience working in Governmental Organizations, preferably a Tribal Government.

Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate.

Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time. This position may be exposed to certain health risks that are inherent when working within a health center facility, such as potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, sharps, and infectious body fluids.

Physical demands:
The employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with the community, visitors, employees, and vendors.

Mental demands:
The employee must handle frequent…