Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Certified Public Accountant (CPA) contingent upon the successful award of a federal contract. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your extensive accounting expertise within a mission-driven organization dedicated to compliance, transparency, and financial integrity. As a CPA in this position, you will play a vital role in ensuring adherence to federal regulations, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the organization’s financial health through rigorous analysis and reporting. Your expertise will help uphold the highest standards of financial accountability and regulatory compliance, contributing directly to our organizational success.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, analyze, and interpret complex financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and federal regulatory requirements.
- Conduct detailed ledger reconciliations, including general ledger reconciliation, bank reconciliation, and account analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
- Develop and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to support accurate financial reporting.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliation and conduct monthly closing activities to ensure data integrity across all financial systems.
- Support regulatory reporting requirements by preparing documentation for audits, compliance reviews, and federal submissions.
- Assist in financial report writing and interpretation to facilitate strategic decision-making by leadership.
- Mentor junior staff members on best practices in accounting procedures, regulatory compliance, and software utilization to foster team growth.
Requirements
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required; eligibility contingent upon federal contract award.
- Must have at least three years of experience working with Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Contract Support Cost issues.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, regulatory compliance accounting, SOX controls, and technical accounting standards.
- Technical personnel should have experience with ISDEAA, Contract Support Costs, CDA claims, direct and indirect cost analysis, negotiated indirect cost rate agreements, federal cost principles, Single Audits, and financial-document reconciliation.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial statement preparation, financial report interpretation, cash flow analysis, budget development, and forecasting.
- Must be able to complete a federal background investigation and disclose any potential conflicts involving claims they previously prepared or supported for Tribes or Tribal Organizations
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to perform detailed account analysis and reconcile complex accounts accurately.
- Strong communication skills for clear report writing and effective mentoring of team members.
- Ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Join us in this impactful role where your accounting expertise will support our mission-driven initiatives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth—empowering you to make a meaningful difference through your skills in finance and compliance.
Pay: $50.00 - $100.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
