Controller

Pauma Band Of Mission Indians; Pauma (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pauma Band of Mission Indians in California is seeking a highly qualified Controller to lead the Finance Department and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including the general ledger, financial statements, and internal controls.

The Controller will coordinate annual budgets, audits, grants accounting, and financial reporting in collaboration with the CFO and auditors while mentoring accounting staff to ensure accuracy and timely results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and the general ledger.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes.
• Prepare and oversee financial statements and management reports.
• Manage account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Assist with preparation and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
• Oversee accounting and financial administration related to grants and restricted funds.
• Administer and reconcile GWE-related payments in accordance with approved Tribal programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assist, train, and provide direction to accounting staff.
• Work closely with the CFO to support financial reporting, forecasting, analysis, and organizational financial objectives.

Job description

Description

The Pauma Band of Mission Indians is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Controller to join our Finance Department.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of the Tribal Organization and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial transactions and reporting. This position plays a key leadership role within the Finance Department and works closely with the Chief Financial Officer, department leadership, auditors, and other organizational stakeholders.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

The Controller will:

• Oversee daily accounting operations and the general ledger.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes.
• Prepare and oversee financial statements and management reports.
• Manage account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Assist with preparation and monitoring of the annual operating budget.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation.
• Oversee accounting and financial administration related to grants and restricted funds.
• Administer and reconcile GWE-related payments in accordance with approved Tribal programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assist, train, and provide direction to accounting staff.
• Work closely with the CFO to support financial reporting, forecasting, analysis, and organizational financial objectives.