Pokagon Band of Potwatomi Indians
Staff Accountant
Pokagon Band of Potwatomi Indians, Dowagiac, Michigan, United States, 49047
Commitment to Citizen Service
Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian's governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions.
Position Summary:
Perform activities of internal accounting operations within the Department of Finance. Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and support month and year-end close processes.
Essential Functions: Responsible for backup support in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Per Capita Functions Support the month-end close process, ensuring all entries and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation, relating to monthly recurring transactions, accruals, deferrals, reconciliations, and one-off adjustments, as required for accurate financial reporting. Perform monthly reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts. Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation. Conduct variance analyses to identify and address irregularities. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, collaborating with relevant departments, as needed. Responsible for the corporate credit card program by providing cardholder support, biweekly journal entry management, record retention of all receipts, as well as reviewing transactions for adherence to the policy as written. Perform periodic banking functions such as but not limited to: electronic transfers, inter-account transfers, and Per Cap transfers. Ensuring all accounts are managed per policy. Support the annual audit process by working with the controller to prepare necessary schedules and facilitate the audit process with all departments. Compile required and ad-hoc reports on operating functions within the department and other assigned departments. Non-Essential Functions:
Perform other related functions as assigned. Equipment:
Standard office equipment. Systems used: MS Office applications, Internet, CRM, GP Dynamics, and ADP. Position Requirements:
Associates Degree in accounting from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education. An additional three (3) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered. Minimum of four (4) years of related experience in cash receipts management, accounts payable, and/or payroll. Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial statements. Demonstrated ability to solve practical accounting and finance problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Demonstrated ability to independently organize, plan, and prioritize work, developing specific goals and plans to accomplish assigned workload. Demonstrated ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Knowledge and demonstrated experience with accounting software and database systems, Strong knowledge of the MS Excel application. Indian Preference:
Pokagon Band Preference Code applies. Physical Requirements:
Work is generally sedentary in nature and will frequently require sitting, however standing and walking will occasionally be necessary. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate equipment. Frequently required to talk and hear. Work Environment:
General office environment. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Competencies:
Using Financials Client Focus Exemplifying Integrity Quality Focus Initiative Teamwork
Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian's governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions.
Position Summary:
Perform activities of internal accounting operations within the Department of Finance. Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and support month and year-end close processes.
Essential Functions: Responsible for backup support in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Per Capita Functions Support the month-end close process, ensuring all entries and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation, relating to monthly recurring transactions, accruals, deferrals, reconciliations, and one-off adjustments, as required for accurate financial reporting. Perform monthly reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts. Maintain fixed asset schedules and record depreciation. Conduct variance analyses to identify and address irregularities. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, collaborating with relevant departments, as needed. Responsible for the corporate credit card program by providing cardholder support, biweekly journal entry management, record retention of all receipts, as well as reviewing transactions for adherence to the policy as written. Perform periodic banking functions such as but not limited to: electronic transfers, inter-account transfers, and Per Cap transfers. Ensuring all accounts are managed per policy. Support the annual audit process by working with the controller to prepare necessary schedules and facilitate the audit process with all departments. Compile required and ad-hoc reports on operating functions within the department and other assigned departments. Non-Essential Functions:
Perform other related functions as assigned. Equipment:
Standard office equipment. Systems used: MS Office applications, Internet, CRM, GP Dynamics, and ADP. Position Requirements:
Associates Degree in accounting from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education. An additional three (3) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered. Minimum of four (4) years of related experience in cash receipts management, accounts payable, and/or payroll. Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial statements. Demonstrated ability to solve practical accounting and finance problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Demonstrated ability to independently organize, plan, and prioritize work, developing specific goals and plans to accomplish assigned workload. Demonstrated ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Knowledge and demonstrated experience with accounting software and database systems, Strong knowledge of the MS Excel application. Indian Preference:
Pokagon Band Preference Code applies. Physical Requirements:
Work is generally sedentary in nature and will frequently require sitting, however standing and walking will occasionally be necessary. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate equipment. Frequently required to talk and hear. Work Environment:
General office environment. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Competencies:
Using Financials Client Focus Exemplifying Integrity Quality Focus Initiative Teamwork