Accountant I at Wilton Rancheria in 9728 KENT ST - ELK GROVE, CA 95624

Job description

• Level
• Experienced
• Position Type
• Full Time
• Job Shift
• Day
• Education Level
• 4 Year Degree
• Category
• Accounting
• Under the direct supervision of the Controller, Accountant I is responsible for, but not limited to, maintaining the day-to-day accounting functions, accruals, financial statement preparation, and performing general accounting functions, as required. It will also perform internal audits to ensure programs follow policies, laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of budgets and budget projections.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and required financial reports.
• Assist with the annual financial audit.
• Assist with payroll.
• Provide up-to-date expenditure and balanced information.
• Review accounting transactions, verify budget and expenditures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.
• Respond to accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Prepare various month-end and year-end accounting functions.
• Prepare general ledger entries for adjusting and correcting accounting records.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchasing.
• Perform audit to ensure programs are following policies, laws, and regulations.
• Other duties as assign.

Requirements

• Knowledge of financial accounting principles, balance sheets, income statements, financial administration, and reporting. Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Knowledgeable in fund accounting and government accounting procedures.
• Knowledgeable in Cost Principles, Uniform Guidance, and CFR’s applicable to Tribal Governments.
• Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
• Ability to research and compile information and use complex spreadsheets to support management in making sound decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity to community issues and concerns.
• Skill in use of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Skills in preparation of project timelines and reporting deadlines.
• Skill and ability in writing informative, accurate and comprehensive reports, newsletter articles, and other forms of written communications.
• Skill in budget preparation and administration.
• Bachelor's in accounting or finance or a combination of education and experience in a closely related field.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, transportation and insurance are required.
• Must pass background security check prior to employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug test as requested over course of employment.
• Must be able to work evening hours and weekends on occasion.

Skills

Required

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.