Accountant I

Job Title

Review accounts in accordance with the chart of accounts.

Responsibilities

• Reviews daily invoice batches from accounts payable.
• Reviews MSRs from inventory.
• Reviews requisitions.
• Works with purchasing, requestors, and accounts payable to improve expense coding mistakes, educating users of common mistakes, preparing/entering journal entries, problem solving, process improvement, and meeting deadlines.
• Reviews all financial reports to make sure all expenses are recorded.
• Works with management on variance reports.
• Assists finance with budget questions.
• May manage multiple projects without having direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office setting.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, or other related field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in finance and accounting.
• Excellent analytical and organization skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Required Skills

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Communication and Teamwork
• Data Analysis
• Proficiency with Accounting Programs
• Understanding of GAAP

About the Team

Cherokee Nation Cultural & Economic Development is a part of the Cherokee Nation Businesses family and invests in the brightest talent to keep our company, culture and economy thriving. With success in industries like tourism, hospitality and gaming, film and food, there are exciting career opportunities for qualified candidates. Join a team that celebrates sharing the authentic story of the Cherokee people with a mission to promote the economic wellbeing of the Cherokee Nation by delivering tremendous value to our customers, communities and markets we serve. Cherokee Nation Cultural & Economic Development is a company worth working for (for eligible employees): Elite Benefits Program:

• Comprehensive Medical Plan including a $0 deductible plan for you to choose from for what is best for you and your family.
• Preparing You For the Future: Contribute to a fully vested, 6% employer match 401(k) plan to help prepare you for retirement.
• Financial Incentives: Earn incentives based on company performance or take advantage of our employee referral program, tuition reimbursement program, nationwide employee discount program & an employee emergency fund.
• Your Health in Mind: Access to free health clinics at select locations & 24/7 telemedicine access.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer maternity, paternal, and adoption leave, as well as flexible spending accounts & voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.

A Company with a Purpose:

• Guided by our Shared Enterprise Values:
• Work with Purpose, Serve with Purpose
• Gadugi - Work together for the common good
• Exemplify Integrity in everything we do
• Be Intentional in planning & Committed in delivery
• Your work has a lasting impact. CNB reinvests 63% of our profits back into the company reinvesting in our core businesses, funding our growth and further creating opportunities for our employees. The other 37% of our profits are delivered to the Cherokee Nation as a dividend to support crucial programs & services that improve the lives of Cherokee citizens & our communities.