GL Accountant - Finance - Juneau, Anchorage or Lynnwood, WA

General Ledger Accountant

Department: Finance

Location: Juneau/Anchorage/Lynnwood

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Grade(s): 11-13 ($71,389-$86,385 DOE)

Purpose: The General Ledger Accountant for Tribal Government will be responsible for managing and overseeing the general ledger accounting functions for the Tribe. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and efficient financial operations.

Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and prepare detailed reconciliations explaining account balances.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate coding of financial transactions.
• Conduct regular audits to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with tribal policies.
• Process expense transfer requests and assist with accounting queries and reconciliations.
• Allocate monthly insurance and other costs appropriately.
• Generate monthly reports for Program Managers and quarterly reports for the Executive Committee, along with detailed reports upon request.
• Provide support for accounting software issues, resolving errors and documenting solutions.
• Stay updated on accounting standards relevant to tribal government operations.
• Assist with annual audits and implement audit recommendations.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring, providing financial insights to management.
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports for tribal council meetings and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities. A comprehensive set of capabilities required to perform job tasks effectively:

• Ability to work virtually or in an office setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and other standard office technologies.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies or inaccuracies in data and make corrections.
• Clear adherence to company policies and procurement rules and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience working in governmental accounting, particularly with tribal governments, is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Three (3) years of professional level experience as an Accountant
• Two (2) years’ experience with an automated accounting system (sage).

Preferred Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Physical Requirements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation:

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs.

Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Some travel may be required on small aircraft or ferry.
• Certain positions at Tlingit and Haida may have exposure to certain hazardous materials or conditions. The supervisor will review these if applicable.