Tribal Services Accounting Manager

Baker Tilly; North Carolina; Teletrabalho; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Baker Tilly is seeking a Manager to deliver accounting and grants management services for Tribal government clients. The role involves monthly closings, financial reporting, policy development, and collaboration with clients to improve processes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel ~10–15%. This remote-friendly position supports clients nationwide and integrates with our Business Consulting Services team.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required; emphasis preferred.
• Experience in grants management, financial accounting incl. reconciliation, and/or accounts payable processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication for client service across channels.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize, and work on multiple projects under deadlines.
• Collaborate across functions and travel as needed (10–15%).

Responsabilidades

• Provides accounting services for Tribal governments, including monthly closing and financial reporting.
• Manages grants, reporting, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Develops policies and procedures on key accounting matters.
• Coordinates with clients during audits and assists with business growth initiatives.
• Travel to client locations or trainings as required.

Conhecimentos

Client service

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Time management

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Travel readiness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Grant management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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Key Responsibilities

The Manager role will provide outstanding service to our Tribal government clients by delivering a variety of ongoing accounting services as well as grant management functions.

• Performs operational, accounting, and consulting services for Tribal governments, that include monthly closing, grants management, grant reporting, and financial reporting to key decision makers
• Develops policies and procedures on key accounting matters
• Works collaboratively with clients to understand current business practices, identify opportunities for improvement, assist in defining new processes, and assist in developing updated policies and procedures
• Performs project start up activities, such as following project work plans, adhering to schedules, and attending kickoff meetings
• Coordinates with clients during the audit process, which may include helping clients prepare for their audits
• Assists with helping grow the practice
• Serves as an integral member of our Business Consulting Services team
• Occasionally travels to client locations, firm trainings, or industry conferences

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; emphasis in Accounting or related field preferred

• Experience in one or more of the following preferred: grants management, financial accounting including account reconciliation, governmental accounting standards implementation, and/or accounts payable processing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including proven commitment to providing exceptional client service via multiple communication methods (email, phone, chat, helpdesk ticket system, etc.)
• Ability to understand problems, think critically and identify creative solutions
• Effective time management and organizational skills, proven ability to prioritize while simultaneously managing numerous projects/processes often under tight deadlines
• Works independently to prioritize work, establish goals and produce quality work
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively across functions/departments/teams while building trusted relationships
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and one or more government accounting/grant management software systems
• Ability to travel as needed, approximately 10-15%

Location and Work Arrangement

LI-Remote