Tribal Government General Ledger Accountant

Job description

Description

Submit your application and resume via email to Katie Gutierrez, HR Specialist

at or in-person to the Tribal HR Department,

located at BTR next door to the Career Opportunities.

Position Title: General Ledger (GL) Accountant

Organization: Pueblo of Pojoaque

Department: Finance

Reports To: Lead General Ledger (GL) Accountant

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The General Ledger (GL) Accountant works under the direction of the Finance Director and the Lead General Ledger Accountant to maintain accurate and timely financial records for the Pueblo's governmental and enterprise operations. The position performs general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting support in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Tribal policies. The GL Accountant also serves as a backup to Accounts Payable to help ensure continuity of payment processing and related functions.

Key Responsibilities

Perform assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for Tribal governmental and enterprise funds

Prepare journal entries, accruals, corrections, and supporting documentation for review and approval

Reconcile assigned general ledger, bank, balance sheet, revenue, expenditure, and interfund accounts; research and resolve discrepancies timely

Maintain accurate fund accounting classifications for revenues, expenditures, assets, liabilities, and interfund activity

Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Tribal policies and applicable accounting standards

Assist the Lead GL Accountant with preparation of monthly financial reports, year-end schedules, and government-wide and fund financial statements

Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for external audits and single audits, and respond to assigned auditor requests

Support grant accounting and reporting, including review of account activity for compliance with award requirements and Uniform Guidance

Work with program managers and Tribal departments to research account questions, correct coding, and support budget-to-actual reporting

Maintain organized accounting records and documentation in accordance with record-retention requirements

Identify reconciliation issues, control weaknesses, or unusual transactions and promptly elevate them to the Lead GL Accountant

Assist with implementation of accounting procedures, internal controls, system improvements, and process efficiencies

Serve as backup for Accounts Payable, including invoice entry, coding and documentation review, payment processing, vendor record maintenance, and other A/P duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or Associate's in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Experience: 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger, governmental, or fund accounting

Experience working with Tribal governments, municipalities, or other public-sector entities preferred

Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules required

Minimum 2 years of experience with MIP Fund Accounting (Abila MIP or a similar fund accounting system) preferred

Experience with Accounts Payable systems and processes required; Microix experience preferred

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of GASB standards and fund accounting principles

Familiarity with federal grant compliance and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)

Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., MIP Fund Accounting, Oracle, or similar)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong financial reporting and reconciliation skills

Core Competencies Strong understanding of governmental and Tribal financial environments

High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams

Ability to work effectively under the direction of the Lead GL Accountant and provide dependable backup support to Accounts Payable

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Cultural awareness and respect for Tribal sovereignty, traditions, and governance

Working Conditions Office-based environment within Pueblo of Pojoaque administrative offices

May require extended hours during financial close, audits, or reporting deadlines

Additional Requirements Must be able to pass a background check in accordance with Tribal policies

Success Metrics Timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting and close cycles

Successful audit outcomes with minimal findings

Compliance with grant and regulatory requirements

Strength of internal controls and reconciliation processes

Timely completion of assigned accounting work and dependable Accounts Payable backup coverage

Process improvements and operational efficiencies

Worksite address

santa fe, NM, 87503, US

Who can apply

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