SENIOR PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

\E ErVIPLOYlVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Senior Project Accountant

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-066
Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Department: Finance Department

City: Sacaton. AZLocations: 525 W. Gu U Ki Road

Area of Interest: Finance
Salary Type: DOE
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $62,549 Salary

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Senior Project Accountant performs a variety of financial duties and related business functions. Performance
required is at a professional accounting level involving various duties pertaining to Capital and Construction
accounting including but not limited to Contract Management and financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for the activity of the construction general and project ledger to include monitoring of balance
sheet accounts, individual funds and accounts; collection of data for the annual MD&A as required by
GASB34,Prepare annual indirect cost proposal supporting schedules in proper form with the responsibility for timely
submission to the Department of Interior Business Center.Process all monthly journal entries for processing; responsible for ensuring thatjournal entries are accurate,
proper and have complete supporting documentation for the transaction; research outstanding audit findings
and assist in the preparation of corrective plan of action.Assist departments with internal and inter-departmental procedural and administrative problems as directed.
Recommends drawdowns on all contracts and sources of funding and ensures cash maximization policies by
the timely drawdown of funds and cost reimbursement requests.Responsible for the accuracy of and timely submission of the monthly, quarterly and annual/final reports.
Responsible for the year-end closing of the construction projects, ensuring that all expenses incurred have
been accounted for and all income requested has been credited.Responsible for monthly bank reconciliations for various community accounts, such as per capita, bonds and
loan accounts.Responsible for the review and approval of contracts that are funded with Federal/State or other financing.
Perform responsible administrative work involving the study and application of administrative system,
policies, procedures, and practices, as directed by the Comptroller.Assist the Comptroller in the preparation of the Communitys indirect cost proposal.Maintain superior customer service to internal and external customers.May be responsible for review of Tribal entities ?nancial statements and preparation of any journal entries
with regard to related party transactions on a monthly, quarterly and annual bas .
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, financial statements and/or reconciliations.Maintain lia\ n with related party entities of the Community and Primary Government as it pertains to
?nancial activity.Perform other duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY:Extensive working knowledge of:Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Government Auditing Standards (GAS).Super Circular Uniform Guidance.Public Law 638, including Indian Self-Governance Act.Other Local, State and Federal regulations.Knowledge of Tribal organizational and financial management practices, including Tribal Finance and
Procurement Policies.Considerable knowledge of Native American economic and sociological issues.Experience and knowledge in the operation ofa personal computer, Excel and Microsoft software.Exhibit good organizational writing and communications skills to develop logical and clear recommendations
based on the result of research.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to negotiate favorable conditions with contractors, vendors and the general public.Ability to follow up and complete projects in a timely manner.Ability to effectively plan, supervise and coordinate work of others.Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems and to develop logical and clear recommendations based
on the result of research.Ability to interpret Federal/State and non-governmental contracts and grant requirements and Tribal
ordinances.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the general public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.VVVVVVVRE! ZUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or closely related field and four (4)
years of successful experience in federal/state grants, contracts/governmental accounting, auditing or closely
related financial activity.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Required to pass a background check.Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be
submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the
application.Non-Supervisory, Salaried Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers omprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.Preference in ?lling vacanci is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
reguired documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS 0R DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online:

www.gilariver.org