Accountant

Chickaloon Village Traditional Council

(Nay’dini’aa Na’ Kayax)

Position Announcement

Job Title:                     Accountant

Department:                Accounting

Mission:                       Helping Our Citizens and Community to Thrive

Values:                         Care and love for each other, education, honesty, humor, and respect.

If you enjoy accounting and would like to utilize your skills to support a fiscally responsible Tribal Government; and be part of a strong team of dedicated, passionate, and caring accounting professionals, this is the job for you!

CVTC Offers: A welcoming and inclusive workplace that prioritizes each staff members’ professional development, health, and overall well-being. This is a full time, 36 hours per week position, competitive pay, free training and educational opportunities; including learning the Ahtna language and culture. Our environment is family-friendly, with cultural and wellness activities and opportunities for fun!

Who We Are Seeking: As CVTC’s Accountant, you will prepare and maintain financial records using fund accounting. You will assist the Accounting Director with providing accounting support and financial data to Department Directors and Program Managers as well as outside agencies and auditors.

Additional Responsibilities: You will analyze financial information, prepare financial reports, and develop budgets utilizing CVTC’s accounting control procedures. Additionally, you will serve as primary back-up for payroll, and accounts payable and receivable processing.

Qualifications, Education & Experience: 

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting, specifically with Tribal Governments and/or governmental accounting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions is required; experience with AccuFund software is preferred.
• Experience in grant financial management and reporting, and A-133 audit requirements and preparation is essential.
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with federal and state financial regulations is necessary.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Skills in collaboration and negotiation with grantees, project managers, management, and finance staff to identify common needs, standardize grant agreements, eliminate duplicative efforts, and streamline the grant process.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Capability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional time management skills to ensure adherence to scheduled activities.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), database software, and general office equipment, with a willingness to learn new systems.
• Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a skills demonstration.

Certificates and Licenses: A valid Alaska Driver’s license and the ability to be insured on CVTC’s vehicle insurance policy is a requirement of this position.

Hiring Preferences: As allowed in P.L. 93-638, preference for employment will be given to Alaska Native and American Indian peoples. CVTC also applies family and local hiring preferences.

Visit www.chickaloon-nsn.gov/employ and select the job link to apply. Open until filled. Contact Human Resources at (907) 761-3919 or employment@chickaloon-nsn.gov with any questions.

Posted 11/8/2024