Finance Director

Provides overall leadership, guidance and direction to the finance department management team as it strives to provide the highest quality in exceptional service standards to tribal council, enterprise board, executive office, enterprise department head and outside organizations. The purpose of the class is to oversee and direct accounting functions in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).The class is responsible for the preparation, disbursement, maintenance, review, interpretation, analysis, and reconciliation of budgets, financial records, bank accounts, funds, grants, audits, and financial statements, and for staff supervision and reporting. Works within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plans and implements projects; reports progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. The position is under the direct supervision of the Enterprises Executive Officer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, or Finance (Master’s and/or CPA credential preferred).

• Valid driver’s license with the ability to be insured under the Tribe’s policy (must provide copy of driver’s license and a motor vehicle report of ENTIRE driving record (MVR).

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.

• Five (5) years of experience in senior-level finance or accounting position.

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems, knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.

• Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis.

• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to motivate teams, manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and facilitate group meetings.

Must be able to pass background check to obtain a Nez Perce Tribal Gaming License. Must be willing to submit pre-employment drug and alcohol test.