Chief Financial Officer

Squaxin Island Tribe - Shelton, WA

Full-time - Executive

Shelton, WA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for directing the financial activities of the Tribal Government, which encompasses budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial analysis. This role involves developing financial policies and procedures, supervising finance personnel, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The CFO collaborates with Executive Leadership to plan for automation and digitization efforts, while also promoting strategic planning and positive relationships with Department Directors.

Responsibilities

• Develops goals and objectives for the finance department.
• Manages staff and resources of the Tribe.
• Implements financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal requirements.
• Serves as a member of the Tribal executive team and recommends strategies for short and long-range goals.
• Analyzes and interprets financial data for the executive team and leadership.
• Evaluates, trains, coaches, and directs subordinate managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Disciplines staff, reviews grievances, and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Develops staff career plans and organizes work within the division.
• Develops projects and programs that meet the needs of the Tribe.
• Coordinates Self-Governance and oversees all grant funding agreements.
• Provides oversight for all Government investments and cash flow.
• Facilitates relationships with financial institutions.
• Manages the Government's retirement plans.
• Coordinates the Government's financial audits and reviews.
• Assures compliance with funding agencies.
• Coordinates and participates in the Government's budget processes.
• Leads preparation of Indirect Cost Proposals and negotiates with the Interior.
• Provides oversight to the Government's property and liability insurance policies.
• Performs financial analysis for Workers Compensation and fringe benefit insurance programs.
• Directs and oversees administration of accounting and procurement software.
• Supervises and approves all financial reports.
• Develops and directs financial record keeping.
• Reviews grant proposals prior to submission for Council approval.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in business, accounting, or related field with 20 semester or 30 quarter hours in accounting and 6 years of professional experience in accounting, budgeting, financial management, or auditing, including 1 year in a non-profit, governmental, or tribal organization; CPA license.
• OR Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, or related field with 20 semester or 30 quarter hours in accounting and 8 years of professional experience in accounting, budgeting, financial management, or auditing, including 1 year in a non-profit, governmental, or tribal organization; CPA license.
• Minimum of 2 years of managerial or supervisory experience related to business activities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with financial software and systems.
• Knowledge of tribal government financial regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities