Tribal Fiscal Administrator

Northern Waters Casino; Michigan; Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee Meal Discounts

Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store

Golf Discounts

Paid Lunch

Paid Holidays

Access to training programs

Free membership to Legacy Gym

Health – 14 medical coverages after 90

Descripción de la vacante

Northern Waters Casino in the Tribal Administration serves as the financial hub for grants and tribal programs. The Tribal Fiscal Administrator will manage general ledger, grant reporting, and compliance with GAAP and federal requirements (including Uniform Guidance and CPRG).

You will prepare statements, monitor grant budgets, and support audits, working closely with the CFO and program managers. The role emphasizes accurate accounting, timely reimbursement requests, and strong internal

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 1–3+ years in government finances and grant reporting/accounting.
• Experience in Tribal government accounting or nonprofit/government funds preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and grant reporting requirements (Uniform Guidance, CPRG).

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and update general ledger with grant coding.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and monthly close.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers and grant accounts.
• Support grant funding processing, including payables/receivables and payroll allocations.
• Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and cash activity; ensure compliance with award terms.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual grant reports and drawdowns.
• Manage grant files and audit-ready documentation; support audits.
• Develop internal controls and training on CPRG requirements.

Conocimientos

GAAP knowledge

Fund accounting

Grant reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Herramientas

Sage INTACCT

Descripción del empleo

Posted: October 19, 2026 Deadline: October 30, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: TribalFiscal Administrator

DEPARTMENT:Finance/Accounting/Grants Management

LOCATION: Tribal Administration

SUPERVISOR: FinanceDirector/CFO

EMPLOYMENT:Full-Time

SALARY/PAYRATE: TBD-Based on Experience andQualifications

DESCRIPTION:

The FiscalAdministrator will ensure accurate, compliant financial accounting andreporting for Tribal Government operations, with a specific focus on grants andfunding agreements, including federal programs such as the Climate PollutionReduction Grant (CPRG). This role combines core accounting responsibilities(general ledger, reconciliations, financial statements) with specialized grantreporting, compliance, drawdown, and reimbursement reporting duties to tribal,federal, state, and private funding agencies. The position supports fiscalintegrity, environmental data compliance, and timely, audit-ready reporting.

Primary Responsibilities:

EssentialDuties and Responsibilities:

GeneralAccounting Functions

• Maintain and update general ledgeraccounts, ensuring appropriate grant coding and accuracy.
• Prepare and post journal entries,accruals, adjusting entries, and monthly close activities.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers andgrant-specific balance sheet accounts.
• Support accounts payable andreceivable processing as it relates to grant funding.
• Support payrollallocations as they relate to grant funding.
• Monitor grant-funded budgets,expenditures, and cash activity; ensure compliance with award terms andfunding agency regulations.
• Interpret and apply federal UniformGuidance (2 CFR Part 200) and other applicable regulations.
• Prepare, submit, and track monthly,quarterly, and annual financial reports, reimbursement requests, anddrawdowns to the appropriate agencies.
• Maintain audit-ready grant files —including budgets, drawdowns, reports, amendments, and supportingdocumentation.
• Develop and maintain compliancechecklists, tracking tools, and monitoring schedules.
• Analyze grant expenditures forallowability, documentation, and compliance with Uniform Guidance andaward conditions.

Compliance& Internal Controls

• Ensure grant expenditures andfinancial practices comply with GAAP, Tribal policy, and grant terms.
• Review procurement and traveltransactions charged to grants for compliance with federal procurementstandards.
• Assist in time and effort reportingprocesses when required by grants.
• Implement internal controls toensure compliance with CPRG-specific requirements, including environmentaldata integrity and Justice40 objectives.

Program-SpecificCompliance (CPRG and Similar Grants)

• Ensure adherence to EPA-approvedbudgets and work plans.
• Monitor compliance withenvironmental quality assurance requirements, including Quality AssuranceProject Plans (QAPPs) for data collection.
• Track and document benefits todisadvantaged communities in alignment with Justice40 and Tribal equitygoals.
• Maintain readiness for Single Audittesting and ensure corrective actions for any findings.

Audit &Fiscal Support

• Serve as a key resource forinternal and external audits; prepare schedules, respond to auditorrequests, and provide supporting documentation.
• Assist with SEFA (Schedule ofExpenditures of Federal Awards) preparation and year-end close support.

CrossDepartmental Coordination

• Collaborate with Tribaldepartments, program managers, and finance staff on grant budgets,reporting calendars, and compliance issues.
• Provide guidance or training onfinancial processes and reporting expectations as needed.

Other Duties

• Participate in improvement ofaccounting systems, internal controls, and policies related to grantreporting.
• Perform additional duties asassigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

MinimumQualifications

Education& Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting,Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred; orequivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3+ years of experience inaccounting with emphasis on government finances and grantreporting/accounting experience.
• Experience in Tribal governmentaccounting or nonprofit/governmental fund accounting preferred.

Knowledge,Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fundaccounting, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience preparing timely grantfinancial reports and reimbursement drawdowns.
• Familiarity with federal awardcompliance requirements (e.g., OMB Uniform Guidance, EPA CPRGrequirements).
• Proficiency with accounting andfinancial reporting systems (e.g., Sage INTACCT, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills and stronganalytical ability.
• Attention to detail and ability tomanage multiple reporting deadlines.

PreferredQualifications

• Experience with Tribal governmentaccounting systems and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of CPRG compliance areas,including environmental data QA/QC, Justice40, and EPA reportingprotocols.
• Certifications such as CPA, CGFM,or related preferred.

WorkingConditions

• Office environment during normalbusiness hours.
• Occasional extended hours may berequired for reporting deadlines or audit support.

TribalPreference & Cultural Considerations

• Tribal preference in hiring mayapply pursuant to Tribal policies.
• Respect for Tribal culture,traditions, sovereignty, and community engagement is essential.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level ofwork performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as anexhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required ofpersonnel so classified. Managementretains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at anytime. Must be able to pass apre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related to theposition.

Date Approved by the Tribal Council: 01/14/2026

Application:

Human Resources-LacVieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

• A fun, safe, fast paced work environment
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store
• Golf Discounts
• Paid Lunch
• Paid Holidays
• Access to training programs
• Free membership to Legacy Gym

Great Benefits for Full Time Employees offered after 90 days of employment:

• LVD Pays 80% of the cost of these benefits with only a 20% responsibility from the employee.
• Health – Offering 14 different medical coverages.