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Knowledge/Skills: GAAP/GASB for governments; Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) grants administration; month end close discipline; internal controls; excellent written and verbal communication; strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain accuracy. Working alongside the Lead Accountant and in coordination with program managers, the Senior Accountant ensures strong internal controls, accurate books and records, and compliance with applicable Tribal policies, the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, GAAP/GASB for governments, and federal grant requirements (e.g., 2 CFR Part 200).

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POSITION Title:                           Senior Accountant (CPA) Department:              Administration / Finance Reports to:                 Tribal Secretary Status:                        Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range:            $95k – $105k DOE/DOQ; includes benefit package Location:                    Havasu Lake, CA (on site). Posting:                      Open until filled                                                                                                                                                             POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Accountant (CPA) is a key professional position responsible for high level governmental fund accounting, grants compliance, and timely financial reporting for the Chemehuevi Indian Tribe. Working alongside the Lead Accountant and in coordination with program managers, the Senior Accountant ensures strong internal controls, accurate books and records, and compliance with applicable Tribal policies, the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, GAAP/GASB for governments, and federal grant requirements (e.g., 2 CFR Part 200). The role supports monthly and year end close, cash management, budget development and monitoring, audit preparation, and continuous improvement of the Tribe’s financial systems and procedures.                                                                                                                                                             ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Accounting & Reporting 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Own the monthly close calendar and deliver accurate, timely financial statements (entity wide and by fund/program), including statement of net position, activities, and changes in fund balance.</li><li>Prepare and/or review journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analyses, and schedules; maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts in alignment with governmental fund accounting standards.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Maintain and reconcile bank, investment, and clearing accounts monthly; monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Prepare budget to actual reports for the Secretary Treasurer, Tribal Administrator, Program Directors, and Project Managers; assist with budget development, amendments, and transfers in accordance with Tribal budget policy.</li></ul> Grants & Compliance 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Administer and monitor grants and cooperative agreements (federal, state, and other), including drawdowns/reimbursements, allowable cost determinations, time & effort/allocations, match tracking, and subrecipient monitoring where applicable.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Prepare and maintain the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and support single audit readiness as applicable under 2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Ensure procurement, contracting, and record retention practices align with Tribal policy and Uniform Guidance requirements.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Prepare required financial reports to funding agencies accurately and on time.</li></ul> Payroll, A/P, A/R, Fixed Assets 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and labor allocations; coordinate with HR on personnel actions while preserving segregation of duties.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Supervise or review A/P and A/R processes, vendor management, W-9/1099 compliance, and timely payment cycles; ensure proper approval workflows and documentation.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Maintain fixed asset register, capitalization policy application, depreciation schedules, and year end roll forward; support inventory controls.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Oversee sales/use tax, property tax, and other compliance filings as applicable.</li></ul> Internal Controls & Policy 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Evaluate, document, and improve internal control procedures consistent with Tribal policy and recognized frameworks; ensure appropriate segregation of duties.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Maintain and update financial policies and procedures; deliver staff trainings and desk guides to promote consistency and accountability.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Coordinate with IT regarding financial system controls, backups, and data security.</li></ul> Audit & Year End 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Serve as primary point of contact with external auditors; prepare PBC (Prepared By Client) lists and schedules; resolve audit findings and implement corrective action plans.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Lead year end closing, accruals/deferrals, and workpapers; support GASB implementations (e.g., leases and subscription based IT arrangements) as applicable.</li></ul>Systems & Tools 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Administer or support MIP Fund Accounting (or comparable governmental fund accounting system) and Paylocity (or comparable payroll system); evaluate opportunities to optimize modules, integrations, and reporting.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Develop standard and ad hoc reports and dashboards for leadership and programs.</li></ul> Leadership & Collaboration 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Work alongside the Lead Accountant; provide professional guidance, coaching, and coverage to accounting staff; may provide day to day direction to accounting personnel as assigned by the Secretary Treasurer.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Partner with Program Directors and Project Managers to plan, monitor, and report on program finances; provide training on fiscal requirements and documentation standards.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Present financial information to the Secretary Treasurer, Tribal Administrator, and Tribal Council, as requested.</li></ul> Other 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards; identify and disclose conflicts of interest consistent with Tribal policy.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Perform related duties as assigned by the Secretary Treasurer, Executive Committee, or Tribal Council.</li></ul>                                                                                                                                                            MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited institution. Master’s degree preferred.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Licensure: Active, unencumbered Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in any U.S. jurisdiction. If not California licensed, ability to obtain reciprocity within 12 months of hire.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including governmental fund accounting and grants management; prior experience with tribal governments or other governments strongly preferred.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Systems: Proficiency with computerized accounting systems (e.g., MIP Fund Accounting) and payroll (Paylocity or comparable), and with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams). Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) required.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Knowledge/Skills: GAAP/GASB for governments; Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) grants administration; month end close discipline; internal controls; excellent written and verbal communication; strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain accuracy.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Supervision: Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff and managing workloads and deadlines in a multi fund environment.</li></ul>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Must pass preemployment drug test and comply with the Tribe’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Must successfully complete a background check; bondable for handling Tribal funds. Credit check may be required consistent with Tribal policy and applicable law.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Valid driver’s license and insurable under the Tribe’s vehicle insurance.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel for trainings or audits.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Commitment to confidentiality and protection of sensitive Tribal information.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Compliance with all Tribal policies, including ethics, conflicts, records retention, and IT security.</li></ul>                                                                                                                                                            WORKING CONDITIONS 
 
<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Office environment with frequent computer use; may require lifting up to 25 lbs.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.</li></ul>                                                                                                                                                            HOW TO APPLY Submit: 
 
<ol><li style="text-align:justify">cover letter, </li><li style="text-align:justify">resume,</li><li style="text-align:justify">three professional references, and</li><li style="text-align:justify">proof of active CPA licensure to the TERO Office at dir.tero@cit-nsn.gov or by mail to the address above. </li></ol> Incomplete applications may not be considered. This description is not a contract and may be modified by the Tribe at any time. Employment is at will consistent with Tribal law and policy.

Chemehuevi Tribe

Senior Accountant (CPA)

Accounting

Accounting Close

Accounting Software

Accounting Standards and Regulations

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable Processing

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Analysis Skills

Background Investigation

Budget Management

Budget Reporting

Budgeting

Cash Flow

Cash Management

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Coaching

Code of Federal Regulations

Computer Security

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Database Backup

Documentation

Documentation Standards

Driver's License

External Audit

Federal Grants

Finance

Financial Accounting

Financial Compliance

Financial Control

Financial Policies

Financial Procedures

Financial Reporting

Financial Statements

Financial Systems

Forecasting

Fund Accounting

Funding

General Ledger Accounting

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Government Accounting

Government Funding

Government Grants

Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)

Grant Administration/Management

Information Technology & Information Systems

Information/Data Security (InfoSec)

Insurance

Journal Entries

Leadership

Mentoring

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Product Family

Microsoft Word

Organizational Skills

Payroll Accounting

Payroll Software/Services

Pivot Tables

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Procedure Development

Project/Program Coordination

Project/Program Management

Property Tax

Purchasing/Procurement

Reconciliation

Reporting Dashboards

Sales Qualification

Sales Tax

Staff Training

Standards Development

Tax Regulations

Time Management

Training/Teaching

Use Tax

Variance Analysis

Vendor/Supplier Management

Writing Skills

The Applicant Manager

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This is a high-impact role working closely with finance leadership, accounting teammates, and program leaders to ensure strong internal controls, clean closes, and audit readiness, while supporting budgets, cash management, and continuous process improvement. Financial Accounting & ReportingLead monthly and year-end close processes and prepare accurate financial statements (entity-wide and by fund/program).

About HV Talent Group  At HV Talent Group, we help talented professionals like you connect with top employers nationwide. As a trusted recruiting partner to industry-leading companies, we focus on direct-hire placements that align with your career goals, values, and long-term growth.  About the Role We’re partnering with a mission-driven organization seeking a Senior Accountant (CPA) to own governmental fund accounting, grant compliance, and timely financial reporting. This is a high-impact role working closely with finance leadership, accounting teammates, and program leaders to ensure strong internal controls, clean closes, and audit readiness, while supporting budgets, cash management, and continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Reporting<ul><li>Lead monthly and year-end close processes and prepare accurate financial statements (entity-wide and by fund/program)</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses</li><li>Reconcile bank, investment, and clearing accounts; monitor cash flow and prepare forecasts</li><li>Prepare budget-to-actual reports and assist with budget development, amendments, and transfers</li></ul>Grants & Compliance (Uniform Guidance)<ul><li>Administer and monitor federal, state, and other grant programs</li><li>Manage grant drawdowns, reimbursements, allowable cost determinations, time and effort allocations, and matching requirements</li><li>Prepare and maintain the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)</li><li>Support Single Audit readiness under Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for funding agencies</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement, contracting, and record retention requirements​​​​​​​</li></ul>Payroll, A/P, A/R, Fixed Assets<ul><li>Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and labor allocations</li><li>Coordinate with HR while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties</li><li>Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, vendor compliance, and payment cycles</li><li>Manage fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, capitalization policies, and inventory controls</li><li>Oversee sales/use tax, property tax, and other required filings as applicable</li></ul>Internal Controls, Audit & Year-End<ul><li>Evaluate, document, and improve internal control procedures</li><li>Maintain and update financial policies and procedures</li><li>Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors</li><li>Prepare PBC schedules, workpapers, accruals, and year-end documentation</li><li>Address audit findings and implement corrective action plans</li><li>Support implementation of applicable GASB standards</li></ul>Systems, Tools & Reporting<ul><li>Administer or support MIP Fund Accounting or comparable governmental accounting systems</li><li>Support Paylocity or comparable payroll platforms</li><li>Develop standard and ad hoc reports and dashboards for leadership and program teams</li><li>Partner with IT on system controls, backups, and financial data security​​​​​​​</li></ul>Leadership & Collaboration<ul><li>Work collaboratively with the Lead Accountant and accounting staff</li><li>Provide professional guidance, training, and mentorship as assigned</li><li>Partner with Program Directors and Project Managers on financial planning and compliance</li><li>Present financial information to Tribal leadership and Tribal Council as requested</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's in accounting/finance (master’s preferred)</li><li>Active, unencumbered CPA (any U.S. jurisdiction); ability to obtain CA reciprocity within 12 months if needed</li><li>5+ years progressive accounting experience including governmental fund accounting + grants management</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP/GASB (government) and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) and strong Microsoft 365 proficiency</li><li>Experience with accounting systems (e.g., MIP Fund Accounting) and payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity)</li><li>Strong close discipline, internal controls mindset, and executive-level communication</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Experience supporting tribal governments or similar public-sector/government environments</li><li>Experience leading/mentoring staff in a multi-fund setting</li></ul>Additional Requirements<ul><li>Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check; bondable for handling funds (credit check may be required per policy/law)</li><li>Valid driver’s license and insurable under employer’s vehicle insurance</li><li>Occasional evenings/weekends and travel for trainings/audits</li><li>Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, records retention, and IT security</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 DOE/DOQ</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person----------Disclaimer: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.Equal Employment Opportunity: HireVenture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Confidentiality Notice: This job description and any accompanying attachments are confidential and may contain privileged information intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the original message.Copyright: This job description is copyrighted by HireVenture. 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