Strategic CFO: Multi-Entity Finance Leader

Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians; Oakhurst (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Picayune Ranchería of the Chukchansi Indians is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy for PRCI, CSE, TNFC, and CHA. The CFO will oversee budgeting, reporting, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk across governmental, corporate, housing, and commercial operations.

The role requires CPA, 15+ years of financial management experience, 7+ years in executive leadership, and multi-entity oversight with HUD/regulatory exposure. Full-time, on-site, California-based position.

Qualifications

• CPA in good standing
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• At least fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible financial management experience
• At least seven (7) years of executive-level financial leadership experience
• Experience overseeing multi-entity or subsidiary financial structures
• Experience managing consolidated budgets exceeding $25 million
• Experience with governmental accounting standards and enterprise financial reporting
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• Must pass a background investigation
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all financial operations across PRCI, CSE, TNFC, and CHA
• Develop and implement financial policies and internal control systems across all entities
• Lead preparation of annual operating and capital budgets for each entity
• Present financial statements and performance reports to Tribal Council and governing Boards
• Ensure compliance with Tribal, federal, state, HUD, and other regulatory requirements
• Oversee audits and implementation of audit recommendations
• Establish and monitor internal controls and segregation of duties
• Manage cash flow, investments, capital planning, and debt obligations
• Provide financial modeling and analysis for new ventures and investment decisions
• Oversee enterprise accounting systems and consolidated reporting structures
• Supervise finance leadership and departmental staff across entities
• Coordinate grant compliance and federal program financial reporting
• Serve as primary liaison to auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies
• Perform additional duties as directed by Tribal Council or governing Boards

Skills

Executive leadership

Financial leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Picayune Ranchería of the Chukchansi Indians is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy for PRCI, CSE, TNFC, and CHA. The CFO will oversee budgeting, reporting, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk across governmental, corporate, housing, and commercial operations.

The role requires CPA, 15+ years of financial management experience, 7+ years in executive leadership, and multi-entity oversight with HUD/regulatory exposure. Full-time, on-site, California-based position.