Position Summary
This position is responsible for performing professional accounting duties, including the examination, analysis, maintenance, reconciliation, and verification of financial records.
In addition, this position will work with the Director of Finance to ensure that departments are in compliance with Leech Lake Tribal College, State, and Federal policies and regulations, and that proper policies are in place and adhered to.
Qualifications
- A degree in accounting and a minimum of two years of experience in the accounting profession, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of accounting principles;
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge of Windows-based software;
- Excellent organizational skills
- A degree in accounting and a minimum of five years of experience in the accounting profession, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong background in college, governmental, or not-for-profit accounting, including grant management experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of Anishinaabe history and culture;
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and goals of Leech Lake Tribal College;
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations, research and statistics, and computerized information systems used in grant compliance applications;
- Knowledge of research methods and funding sources;
- Skills in database management, team building, problem solving, and policy and procedure development;
- Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, communicate effectively, gather and analyze program data, and generate reports;
- Knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger accounting, and building an effective internal control structure;
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously;
- Ability to provide outstanding quality customer service and support to the LLTC and all stakeholders.
Essential Responsibilities
- Work with the finance team to prepare audit documentation work papers.
- Work with the finance team to prepare financial statements.
- Prepare and maintain sub-schedules for assigned general ledger accounts and reconcile them to the financial statements.
- Prepare monthly adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Provide a review of the assigned accounting tasks.
- Provide back-up for assigned accounting tasks.
- Assist the Director of Finance in an annual review of the internal control structure and help implement changes.
- Assist the Director of Finance in ensuring departmental compliance with fiscal policies and procedures.
- Research public-and private-sector grant funding opportunities to meet identified college needs.
- Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures; collaborate in defining and implementing project funding strategies. Provide assistance in resolving issues and conflicts with funding agencies. Meet with Principal Investigators at least monthly.
- Works with Principal Investigators and Senior Accountant on grant budgets.
- Works with the Principal Investigator and the Senior Accountant to ensure that all required grant reports are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
- Work with Regional, State, and Federal Government funding agencies to ensure compliance with grant management policies and award documents.
- Serve as a resource to the President and other departments of the College on state and federal funding programs; provide information and research.
- Assist Administrators in recognizing and prioritizing institutional and departmental funding needs, and in keeping abreast of college and departmental priorities, programs, and events.
- Monitor revenues and expenditures, project status, to ensure proper implementation and compliance for all grant-funded projects.
- Work with the grant coordinator to revise and update Grant Management Policies to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations and to meet college needs and requirements.
- Perform all duties related to the administration of all grants received by the College.
- Serves on various college committees and participates in professional organizations as appropriate.
- Resolve or assist in the resolution of problems and/or complaints and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Benefits
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
