What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Manager-Tiinawit position at Yakama Nation?
Announcement #
2026-011
Issue Date:
04-02-26
Closing Date:
04-15-26
Accounts Manager
Tiináwit
Department of Tribal Health
Hourly Wage: $24.44/Regular/Full-Time
Incumbent is responsible to manage business, financial and administrative needs of the Tiinawit Program. Provides assistance to the Program Managers to gather data and generate reports. Monitors budget transactions, processes, accountability, and record keeping for the Tiinawit Program.
Examples of Work Performed:
Participates in the creation, maintenance and reporting of operational and budget process, staff FTE, Finance, Human Resources and Human Services.
Contributes to formulation and dissemination of annual reports, monitors implementation, and make appropriate changes within areas of responsibility.
Provide supportive and effective leadership management with administrative assistant and with receptionist. Also helps with clerical duties when needed.
Ensure payments and adjustments are promptly posted in D365 to assure vendors, Tribal Programs and Tribal Employees are paid in a timely manner.
Ensures contracts, grant proposals, PRA's hiring packets and other paperwork on behalf of YNHBS is properly delivered for proper signatures and processed.
May represent program at various meetings and functions.
Prepare, process, and close-out Travel authorizations.
Establish and maintain systems and procedures for dealing with complaints and conduct and work competence.
Order and process necessary equipment and supplies at Program Managers request.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of modern office practices, policies, and principles.
Knowledge of governmental bookkeeping/accounting theories and principles.
Knowledge and skill in use of a computer and assorted software.
Knowledge of contract and grant rules and regulations, reporting statements, reporting timelines and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of the health insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) regulations and Policies.
Demonstration skills in employee supervision and HR administration, Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others.
Ability to lead change and innovation.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, both within and outside the Yakama Nation.
Solid interpersonal communication skills to include verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills.
Knowledge, skills, and ability to manage budgets, financial administration, Human Resources, Insurance and Payroll. Provides guidance and direction to functional supervision in the administration of these operations.
Knowledge of and ability to practice principles of supervision and management.
Knowledge of Yakama Tribal Cultural and Traditions.
Skills in operating the D365 financial system.
Skills in operating iSolved timecard system.
Ability to apply available administrative manuals, policies, and guidelines to a wide variety of situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, division heads and other providers both Tribal and Non-Tribal.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to work under stress.
Ability to acquire training in specific areas as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
AA Degree in accounting or business administration required. OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Position normally requires physical demands of standing, walking, lifting; or performing other work requiring low physical exertion such as talking and listening on a regular basis in order to perform job requirements. Physical demands are required up the 80% of the time.
Ability to drive with adequate vision.
Minimum required liability auto insurance.
Required to pass a pre-employment background check.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.
Preferred Requirements:
A BA Degree in these fields is preferred.
Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $24