Chief Financial Officer

Description
Application Closing Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. PST Mission Statement
The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria exists to exercise its inherent sovereign powers, customs, and traditions; to perpetuate its unique native heritage; to preserve and protect the rights and privileges of our Tribe; to establish justice in the conduct of tribal affairs; to work for the social and economic betterment of all the Tribal Citizens; and to foster the value of education.
Purpose of PositionThe Chief Financial Officer protects the assets of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. The incumbent is responsible for the daily financial activities and operations of the Tribal Government and provides direction and supervision over the Tribe's Finance Department. The CFO is responsible for keeping Tribal Council apprised of the ongoing financial position of the Tribe's governmental programs, providing advice and guidance concerning financial decisions, and assisting Tribal Council in developing short and long-term financial goals and strategies for the Tribe. Essential Duties, Functions & Responsibilities

• Directs the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department to ensure the highest levels of accountability, transparency, communication, and performance, as well as compliance with all policies, procedures, and financial regulations.
• Directs and oversees annual budget preparation in collaboration with the Executive Director of Tribal Administration, Program Managers, Department Directors, and the Finance Department, for approval by Tribal Council.
• Provides leadership, advice, and guidance to the Tribal Council regarding short- and long-term strategic financial planning and investing.
• Develop internal policies and procedures to ensure effectiveness, compliance with regulations and legal requirements, internal controls, and segregation of duties.
• Reviews all bank reconciliations to ensure they are appropriate, and all reconciling items are reasonable.
• Reviews and approves all wire transfers or online banking activity.
• Ensures all employee pay rates are appropriate and any changes are supported by appropriate documentation.
• Reviews the Master Vendor Listing quarterly to ensure all vendors are reasonable and are related to business activities; sets up all new vendors in the system and processes any vendor changes for all programs.
• Ensures that the financial records and processes comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Pronouncements, and the OMB Super Circular on Uniform Guidance.
• Prepares and presents financial reports to Tribal Council regarding operations, statistics, trends, budget requirements, and other influencing factors.
• Oversees the performance of the annual audit, as well as other regulatory reporting that requires financial information.
• Manages the Tribal Government banking relationship and daily banking transactions, including wire transfers, cash management, debt payments, management of bank notes, reconciliation, and reimbursement of accounts.
• Oversees the Tribal Government payroll function.
• Manages Tribal fiscal records to ensure accessibility and protection of financial information and resources.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable tax laws; assists with and oversees the preparation of applicable tax returns/forms.
• Assumes responsibility for developing, recommending, and implementing such internal accounting and financial controls and programs necessary to preserve and expand the Tribe's resources.
• Provides leadership through effective goal-setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts regular departmental staff meetings to ensure that staff are well-informed of program changes, policies, and procedures.
• Oversees the Finance Department staff and takes responsibility for recruitment, hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, orientation, training, and providing direction.
• Advises Tribal Council and Tribal Council's Fiscal and Audit Committee as needed in matters related to finance, investments, the Tribe's employee 401(k) plan, and operations of the Finance Department.
• Interfaces with the Chief Financial Officer of Graton Resort & Casino from time to time as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThe Chief Financial Officer is responsible for supervising the Finance Department staff, which currently includes a Lead Accountant, Payables and Citizen Benefits Specialist, and Accounting Clerk.
Requirements
Minimum Mandatory Qualifications Experience

• Ten (10) years of relevant financial and/or accounting experience.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

License/Certification

• Certified Public Accountant

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance related field.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, Tribal Government accounting.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualifications

• Ability to provide leadership in strengthening internal communication with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
• Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and schedules.
• Ability to develop and complete reports on time.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively when in high-pressure situations and under deadlines.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion, particularly regarding sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and possess problem-solving skills involving concrete variables in standardized situations and the ability to make varied decisions, and, in many cases, there is no precedent to draw upon.
• Ability to master and effectively use the database and software systems used at FIGR.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with employees at all levels throughout an organization.
• Ability to adhere to the highest level of professional ethical standards.
• Ability to prepare and make comprehensive presentations, and professionally communicate before an audience.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Pronouncements, as well as Uniform Guidance.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of financial and accounting practices, procedures, and regulations.
• Demonstrate skill in quantitative financial analysis and budgetary control, sufficient to prepare complex and detailed financial and budgetary analyses and to address a variety of budgetary issues.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively translate complex financial concepts to stakeholders at all levels (i.e., Finance Department Staff, Program Managers, Department Managers/Directors, Fiscal and Audit Committee, Tribal Council, Tribal Citizens, etc.).
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor work to ensure quality.
• Demonstrate keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills which allow for strategic data interpretation.
• Demonstrate a record of satisfactory performance in all prior employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous employers.
• Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and sensitivity and ability to work effectively within a Native American tribal government environment.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, laws, statutes, and regulations of fiscal grant management and TANF programs.
• Knowledge of indirect vs direct expense rates and allocation methods.
• Knowledge of the diverse needs of Native American youth and families and the socio-economic issues relating to a diverse Native American population.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Successful clearance of all pre-employment testing, background, and credit checks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.