Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

About Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc:

Established in 2017 Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc., a certified B-Corporation, set out on a mission to create health equity for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. As part of a global movement of certified B-Corporations we aim to balance purpose and profit by meeting the highest social, environmental, legal, and public standards to build a more sustainable and inclusive economy.

Indigenous Pacts dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable team brings decades of experience working in Indian Country. We help strengthen and improve the sustainability of Tribes and Tribal Organizations health, wellness, and long-term care programs and services. Indigenous Pact specializes in developing customized and turn-key solutions to generate sustainable revenue, increase healthcare access, and improve health outcomes for all Native Americans. 

Job Description:

• Job Title: Senior Accountant
  
• Salary: $80-100,000 - pay to be based on years of experience
• Location: USA
• Work model: Remote (flexible to time zone)
• Reports to: Controller, CFO

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is under the direct supervision of the Controller, and performs all tasks related to financial accounting systems, reports and processes for corporate operations, contracts and projects. As Senior Financial Accountant, this position will be a key member of our Finance team and will be responsible for the daily accounting operations in a multi-entity environment, prepare financial reports, month-end close processes, reconcile accounts, ensure GAAP/policy compliance, and assist with audits.

Essential Job Functions:

To be successful, this individual must be mission-focused, and a process-minded leader experienced in recognizing growth opportunities, leading cross-functional teams, and developing results and innovation-focused culture among a group of diverse and talented individuals.

Planning, development, and implementation of effective Finance strategies, policies, and procedures.

• Demonstrates the IP Mission, Vision and Care Commitments in behaviors, practice, and decisions.
• Participate in annual budget process and long-term business planning.

Establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with personnel, departments and management.

• Supports a culture that fosters teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration throughout the organization.
• Support the financial department in developing short- and long-term financial goals and forecasts.

Key Finance Responsibilities oversight of the financial accounting system to include journal entries, bank reconciliations, budget analysis, internal controls, and financial statement preparation, requiring strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.  

• Financial Reporting:  Prepare and review accurate financial statements, journal entries, and complex account reconciliations (bank, fixed assets, revenue). Development of Excel-based workbooks, worksheets, models, or other tools requested for the company related to projects, planning, or internal operations.
• Month End Close: Assists with the timely completion of month, quarter, and year-end close processes. Maintain job costs reports for staff time and project intercompany charges. Perform monthly bank reconciliations. Maintain the company's financial records and produce requested financial reports.
• Analysis & Budgeting:  Analyze financial data, trends, variances, and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial projections. Enter budget and budget adjustments and prepare financial budget according to schedule. Analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Audits & Compliance:  Work with external auditors, provide documentation, and ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls. 
• Process Improvement:  Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and processes for efficiency. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and generally accepted accounting procedures.
• Operations Management:  Post daily transactions, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processing. Record daily financial transactions and prepare journal entries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive increase in responsibility in processing of financial accounting data as well as performing analysis and journal entries into the General Ledger.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• A strong record as an effective, team-oriented employee.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to interact with all levels of staff and to explain payroll processes to employees, experience in effectively communicating key data.
• Outstanding analytic, organization and problem-solving skills for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and resourceful solutions to solve complex challenges.
• Embrace diverse and inclusive perspectives across the organization, elevate voices not always heard in analysis and strategy.
• Ability to manage confidential data and work independently or in a team. 

Why Choose Indigenous Pact?

Building a strong culture and exhibiting our core values is important to us. We have shared below characteristics that are important to us (and we hope you bring them as well) and what we offer at Indigenous Pact beyond the job opportunity!

Characteristics of Indigenous Pact Employees:

• Native-Centered: Seeks to understand and effectively address the needs, challenges, and opportunities faced by American Indian Alaskan Native communities
• Quality-Focused and Accountable: Takes ownership and works in collaboration with Indigenous Pact team members in utilizing "best practices" to deliver high-quality and on-time, and follow through on commitments.
• Healthcare-focused: You have experience/exposure in the healthcare industry and an interest in advancing healthcare initiatives for those that we serve
• Trustworthy: You handle all information with the utmost confidentiality and conduct your daily activities in a professional manner with integrity.
• Resilient and Adaptable: Ability to thrive and navigate in a fast-paced environment with optimism and pivot to the changing needs of the business, while remaining focused.
• Growth Mindset: You have a belief that abilities can be developed along with a desire to be curious, learn & grow, and you share that learning with others
• Collaborative: You enjoy working cross-functionally and connecting with people toward a shared vision and goal.
• Effective Communication: You are a storyteller. You bring exceptional communication skills and can convey complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Strategic and innovative thinker: You are always looking for new ways to improve processes and drive the organization forward.
• Detail-oriented: Must have meticulous attention to detail and organized
• Self-motivated: Must be a highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Awareness: An ability to understand how your attitudes & actions impact others and ensure you are respectful in all your interactions

What we offer:

• Generous paid time off to cultivate personal and professional balance, including company-wide winter break Dec 24 - Jan 1.
• Competitive benefits including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership
• Commitment to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact
• A development-focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path

Indigenous Pact is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all employees and candidates. Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; however, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Must be able to provide Indian Preference documentation if claimed. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of our HR team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.