Colville Tribal Gaming Commission
P.O. Box 1647 729 Jackson Street Omak, Washington 98841

Office: (509) 422-7716 Fax: (509) 422-7719 Email: dannise.davisson@colvilletribes.com

POSITION: Audit Analyst I

SALARY: DOE; starting at $20.62 per hour

REPORTS TO: Internal Audit Manager

LOCATION: Omak, Washington
BASIC FUNCTIONS: Non-exempt. Under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager, performs a
variety of performance and compliance audits in a timely, independent, and objective manner and with
professional standards and processes; assists the Internal Audit (IA) Manager by bringing a systematic
approach to evaluation and improving risk management; audit functional areas include, but are not limited to
financial, compliance, performance, and information systems.

Audit Analyst I is an entry-level classification and assists the Internal Audit Manager in the routine audits of
the gaming operation, independent of the operation and all departments subject to audit. These services
typically include but are not limited to, assisting with regular audits of all major gaming areas and other
revenue centers in accordance with applicable tribal, state, and federal gaming laws, policies, regulations,
standards of internal control, and other governing documents.

In this role, the incumbent often assists upper-level auditors in reviewing documents, performing checklists,
or preparing initial reports that the internal audit manager checks for accuracy. Critical thinking, problem-
solving, and attention to detail are essential to succeed in this role. Incumbents in this class perform routine
work while learning departmental procedures. This position will work closely with the Internal Audit
Manager. The incumbent in this position may advance to level II after successfully gaining experience and
demonstrating proficiency to meet the qualifications of the next level; usually, a minimum of 12-24 months as
an Audit Analyst I must be working experience with the Colville Tribe’s Internal Audit program.

Advancement from Audit Analyst I to Audit Analyst II requires a minimum of 36 months of experience as an
Audit Analyst I and the demonstrated ability to perform all the position functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists upper-level auditors with routine audits (e.g., ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, annually, etc.)

of all significant gaming areas and other revenue centers, including the accuracy of financial statements and
subsidiary schedules produced and adherence to applicable tribal, state, and federal gaming laws, policies,
regulations, standards of internal control, and other governing documents.

Assists upper-level auditors with coordinating and scheduling the audit activities with the gaming operations
staff.

Assists with maintenance of checklists, programs, and reports to document audit work performed and follow-
up actions taken.

Provides support to the Internal Audit Manager, who shall review and approve all audit work prior to the
Internal Audit Manager’s issuance to necessary departments.

Works with the Internal Audit Manager when the need arises for clarification of tribal, state, and federal
gaming laws, policies, regulations, standards of internal control, etc. for gaming employees, supervisors, and
managers.

May assist with routine and ad hoc reports to summarize audit activities and convey audit findings in
collaboration with the Internal Audit Manager.

May assist the Internal Audit Manager with follow-up with the gaming operation on all instances of non-
compliance, ensuring that management has taken the appropriate corrective action to resolve violations and
prevent them from occurring in the future.

Assists the Internal Audit Manager with the records maintenance system with a five-year retention period that
documents material exceptions identified through internal audit work, the investigative steps taken, and
management’s corrective actions.

Performs other duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Associate’s degree in accounting or finance preferred, but closely allied business fields (e.g.,

business administration, business management, or economics) will be considered; AND
At least 24 months of prior work experience in a casino accounting or Tribal Gaming Regulatory

Agency performing auditing or compliance work with the National Indian Gaming Commission
Minimum Internal Control Standards; OR

At least 24 months of experience performing other related audit or compliance work; OR
At least 24 months of experience materially participating in the financial statement development

process, including significant work with the general ledger, subsidiary schedules, income statement,
balance sheet, cash flow statement, and account/bank reconciliations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Basic knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), bulletins, and

other guidelines established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and other accounting
authorities/organizations.

Basic knowledge of financial statements, including balance sheets, cash flow statements, general ledgers,
income statements, subsidiary schedules, etc.

Basic knowledge of bank and other account reconciliations.
Knowledge of Internal Audit standards is highly preferred.
Skilled in using personal computers and associated software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skilled in using automated accounting software, with the ability to generate reports and research

transactions.
Must possess excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal relations skills.
Requires sufficient human relations skills and patience when working cooperatively and productively

with diverse groups, communicating with others internally and externally, and conveying complex
technical concepts

Ability to relate well to people from varied backgrounds and various situations.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with superiors, public officials, management

personnel, subordinate staff, the general public, and other internal/external staff, programs/departments,
and agencies.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to read and comprehend simple and complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence via email.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and apply applicable regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate financial and non-financial information to various

audiences.
Ability to maintain STRICT confidentiality.
Manual finger dexterity as required to perform daily job duties.
Ability to independently move files and archival boxes when performing audit functions.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to work variable hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to adhere to a healthy, drug-free lifestyle to maintain compliance with Colville Tribal and

Commission policies and requirements.
Ability to attend training as needed and routinely travel to the various casino facilities.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY;

PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE EQUALLY
QUALIFIED WITHIN EACH INDIAN PREFERENCE CODE

CLOSING DATE: Friday, May 10, 2024.

APPLY ONLINE:https://www.colvilletribes.com/human-resources

SUBMIT GAMING LICENSE APPLICATION: Colville Tribal Gaming Commission, 729 Jackson Street,
PO Box 1647, Omak, WA 98841

For more information or a copy of the job description, contact the Colville Tribal Gaming Commission at (509)
422-7716 or email dannise.davisson@colvilletribes.com.