Tribal Government

Accountant

The Accountant is responsible for the production of all financial statements for businesses under the St Croix umbrella.

Job Description

Employee Job Description

Position Title: Accountant

Position ID #

Facility: St. Croix Tribal Admin Center

Job Family: Finance Comp Grade: RANGE $28.00-$31.00 (DOE) Status: Full time

St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, vision, and

values of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered,

excellent service focused and results-oriented manner.

Position Summary: The Accountant is responsible for the production of all financial statements for

businesses under the St Croix umbrella. The Accountant is also responsible for all activities which affect

the general ledgers of all businesses under this umbrella. This position requires timely completion of

State and Federal documents including sales tax and 1099 MISC reporting for vendor incomes.

Accountant Job Duties: The Accountant implements, conducts, and adheres to all Accounting Policies

and Procedures as set forth by the Chief Financial Officer of the St Croix Chippewa, in accordance with

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. This individual must assist with training all employees in this

department and review all the entries that affect the General Ledger. This is to include:

● Set up of all financial and bank accounts for business involved

● Adjusting entries

● Bank transfer entries

● Cash deposit entries

● Daily revenue entries

● End of month entries

● Payroll entries

● Any other duties as directed by the CFO

The accountant must also set policy and procedures or data entry and review entries into all accounting

software programs to assure coding is correct and that proper signatures accompany invoices.

Note: The essential functions are intended to describe the general contents of and requirements of this

position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities

will be documented as outlined by the incumbent’s immediate manager.

Type of Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Page 1 of 2 Date Posted:Directly Reporting to: CFO

Matrix of INDIRECT Reporting: St. Croix Tribal Council

Scope and Complexity: Interacts with all levels of management and employees; often trusted with

maintaining confidentiality and relaying highly sensitive messages, and appropriate application of

business operations and practices.

Physical Demands/Environment Factors: OE-Typical Office Environment: (Accountant,

Administrative Assistant, Consultant, And Program Manager)

● Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.

● Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment.

● Need ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on

the telephone.

● May require off-site travel.

Minimum Qualifications

● Native American preference

● Must have at least a four (4) year Degree in Accounting or Finance, with related experience.

● Must have knowledge of General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable.

● Must be able to manage people effectively.

● Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed.

● Requires basic to intermediate level computer skills and ability to access information in

meaningful ways.

● Requires effective presentation, verbal and written communication skills.

● Needs commitment to timeliness and attention to detail for acceptable customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

Grant accounting experience

Native American Preference Given in Accordance with P.L. 93-638 and Amendments.

The offer is conditional based on confirmation that the candidate meets all specific criteria required

(background check, driver’s insurability verification, references, identity verification, and other

applicable requirements).

EEPID Employee Printed Name Employee Signature Date

Supervisor Printed Name Supervisor Signature Date

*These are expected to be updated regularly as responsibilities come and go and will be used to notify employee

annually. All signatures are required.

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HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to apply for an open position, please Apply Online or Download the application and email shellyle@stcroixojibwe-nsn.gov or Drop off your application prior to the close of business on the deadline date listed on the job description. If you would like more information about a position contact the St. Croix Tribal HR Department.