Staff Accountant

SUMMARY:
The Staff Accountant obtains and processes financial data for use in maintaining accounting records for the Prairie Island Indian Community. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after six (6) months of satisfactory job performance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.
Create recurring journal entries monthly
Assist in processing journal entries into the accounting system daily
Prepare bank reconciliations for bank accounts
Scan forms and documents
Assist in processing tribal loans to Tribal members weekly
Learn the accounts payable system to assist during employee absences
Learn the payroll system to assist during employee absences
Review of Dakota Station daily revenues and various reports
Maintain monthly grant reporting spreadsheets
Prepare invoices as needed
Review and reconcile general ledger accounts monthly
Create and send monthly department budget reports to the directors and managers
Enter the annual budget into the accounting system annually
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIRE QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
Minimum of two (2) years related experience with payroll, accounting systems, computers and spreadsheets
High attention to detail and excellent time management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure
Sensitive to Native American Culture
Must pass drug screen (UA) and a criminal background check
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability
PREFERRED:
ADP software experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to sit for long periods of time with occasional amounts of standing or walking
REQUIRED TRAINING:
Effectively Handling Harassment training
Any position-related training as determined by department manager
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in an office setting, but may include occasional outdoor activities
DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship
The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No