Senior Accountant (CPA) Havasu Lake, CA

• Lead monthly and year-end close processes and prepare accurate financial statements (entity-wide and by fund/program)

• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses

• Reconcile bank, investment, and clearing accounts; monitor cash flow and prepare forecasts

• Prepare budget-to-actual reports and assist with budget development, amendments, and transfers

• Administer and monitor federal, state, and other grant programs

• Manage grant drawdowns, reimbursements, allowable cost determinations, time and effort allocations, and matching requirements

• Prepare and maintain the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)

• Support Single Audit readiness under Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for funding agencies

• Ensure compliance with procurement, contracting, and record retention requirements​​​​​​​

• Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and labor allocations

• Coordinate with HR while maintaining appropriate segregation of duties

• Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, vendor compliance, and payment cycles

• Manage fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, capitalization policies, and inventory controls

• Oversee sales/use tax, property tax, and other required filings as applicable

Internal Controls, Audit & Year-End

• Evaluate, document, and improve internal control procedures

• Maintain and update financial policies and procedures

• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors

• Prepare PBC schedules, workpapers, accruals, and year-end documentation

• Address audit findings and implement corrective action plans

• Support implementation of applicable GASB standards

• Administer or support MIP Fund Accounting or comparable governmental accounting systems

• Support Paylocity or comparable payroll platforms

• Develop standard and ad hoc reports and dashboards for leadership and program teams

• Partner with IT on system controls, backups, and financial data security​​​​​​​

• Work collaboratively with the Lead Accountant and accounting staff

• Provide professional guidance, training, and mentorship as assigned

• Partner with Program Directors and Project Managers on financial planning and compliance

• Present financial information to Tribal leadership and Tribal Council as requested

• Bachelor's in accounting/finance (master’s preferred)
• Active, unencumbered CPA (any U.S. jurisdiction); ability to obtain CA reciprocity within 12 months if needed
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience including governmental fund accounting + grants management
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/GASB (government) and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) and strong Microsoft 365 proficiency
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., MIP Fund Accounting) and payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity)
• Strong close discipline, internal controls mindset, and executive-level communication

• Experience supporting tribal governments or similar public-sector/government environments
• Experience leading/mentoring staff in a multi-fund setting

• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check; bondable for handling funds (credit check may be required per policy/law)
• Valid driver’s license and insurable under employer’s vehicle insurance
• Occasional evenings/weekends and travel for trainings/audits
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethics, records retention, and IT security

• Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 DOE/DOQ
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance