Accounts Technician

JJob Title: Accounts Technician

Closing Date: 02/03/2025

DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered.

Job Number: 25-291

Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Gila River Indian Irrigation & Drainage District

City: Sacaton, AZ

Location: 192 S. “A” Street

Area of Interest: Irrigation & Drainage (Administrative)

Salary/ Hourly Rate: Range $17.15 - $21.05 Hourly

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

The Accounts Technician is responsible for providing general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping support functions toward achieving the financial goals of the department/program assigned to.

· Provide customer services internally and externally (in-person, phone, fax, and other electronic communications).

· Responsible for timely processing of invoices, purchase requisitions and purchase orders.

· Responsible for the timely processing of accounts receivable for customers of an assigned department or timely processing of payments to outside vendors based on assignment of position.

· Reconcile the accounts and maintain records for the department/program assigned to.

· Follow up on slow or non-paying accounts receivable. (GRIIDD only)

· Conduct research on accounts as necessary toward ensuring accuracy of records.

· Perform filing and other general administrative tasks.

· Assist the department by compiling records necessary toward the preparation of financial records and other financial reports on a routine or as-needed basis.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· General knowledge of office procedures and practices.

· General knowledge of automated accounting systems and operations of various office machines and be proficient in use of applicable software such as Excel, spreadsheets, Access and Word documents.

· Must have good writing and bookkeeping skills.

· Ability to handle confidential financial information with tact and discretion.

· Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with accuracy, completeness and consistency.

· Ability to clearly communicate both orally and in writing and to work effectively with departments, the public and Community members.

· Ability and willingness to learn and implement new skills and knowledge introduced by rapidly changing information and/or technology.

· Ability to organize and process work efficiently with accuracy and consistency.

· Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.

High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in accounting, bookkeeping and preparing reconciliations; which included experience using Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint applications. Previous experience working with accounting software is preferred.

Required to pass a background check.

Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.15 - $21.05 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $21