Job Summary: The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s daily accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with financial reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role that supervises a small accounting team while managing month-end close activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
-
Direct daily accounting operations while ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
-
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
-
Coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
-
Provide accurate and timely financial reports to the CFO and leadership team.
-
Assist the CFO with daily cash flow analysis and bank reconciliations.
-
Evaluate existing financial systems and recommend process or software improvements.
-
Oversee vendor invoice processing, payments, and employee expense reimbursements.
-
Monitor accounts receivable collections and assist with cash flow management.
-
Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and applicable financial regulations.
-
Assist with audits by working closely with external auditors and tax professionals.
-
Implement and maintain internal controls designed to reduce financial risk.
-
Support compliance with tax reporting requirements in collaboration with external tax professionals.
-
Assist the CFO with budget preparation and variance analysis.
-
Prepare financial reports and provide insights to support business decisions.
-
Work with department leaders to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.
-
Supervise and mentor accounting staff while promoting accuracy and professional development.
-
Provide guidance and training on accounting policies and procedures.
-
Demonstrate the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fastpaced environment.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and expectations of the position. It is not intended to include every duty, responsibility, or activity that may be required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added, or removed as business needs change.
-
Strong organizational and time management skills.
-
Selfmotivated with the ability to work proactively and independently.
-
Able to remain composed while working in a fastpaced environment.
-
Proficient in using multiple computer software programs and applications.
-
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
-
Maintains exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of the job.
-
Handles confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
This position has direct supervisory responsibility for accounting staff.
This position is based in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, photocopiers, and filing systems.
-
Prolonged periods of sitting while working at a desk and using a computer.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
-
Fulltime position.
-
Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday.
-
Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
-
Attendance at required meetings and training sessions is expected.
Travel: Occasional travel is required.
-
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA preferred but not required.
-
Five or more years of accounting experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.
-
Two or more years of manufacturing accounting experience.
-
Proficiency in cost accounting.
-
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
-
Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite, or similar systems.
-
Advanced Excel skills for reporting and financial analysis.
-
Excellent analytical, problemsolving, and organizational abilities.
-
Strong communication and leadership skills.
-
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
-
Experience working with tribally owned businesses.
-
CPA certification.
Native American preference will be applied to hiring for this position as defined in Title 25, U.S. Code, Chapter 14, Subchapter V, Sections 273 and 274. We are an equal opportunity employer and give preference to qualified Native American applicants in accordance with federal law and tribal policy.
LDF Business Development Corporation is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and may be subject to random drug testing thereafter.
The Lac du Flambeau Business Development Corporation (LDF BDC) is the non-gaming business arm of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. We place the highest value on integrity, respect, honesty and ethics. We practice these values in deed and word while working for and serving the best interest of the Waaswaaganing Ojibwe Nation. Created in 2012, our focus is to create profitable business enterprises and sustainable jobs for our community members today and the next seven generations.
