Financial Controller - Now Hiring

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Full time  Flexible hours, outstanding benefits including health insurance, life & disability insurance, paid leave and 401K. Interested individuals should submit a complete application, resume, and supporting certificates, licenses, degrees and other documentation to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Enterprise Corporation Personnel Department.  Applications and job descriptions are available at the Enterprise Personnel office located at 95 West Agency Road in Fort Hall, Idaho 83203.  For more information please contact (208) 235-2077 or jcotton@sho-ban.com  Full Time and Conditional upon successful 90-day probationary evaluation Salary: G14 G16 ($49,400 - $61,150) Negotiable DOE  Position Summary  The Controller manages all aspects of the accounting department and financial activities for the Shoshone Bannock Tribal Enterprise Corporation(s) by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate and other supervisors.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities are sub-divided into the following areas.  Management  Assists management in identifying and recommends effective solutions pertaining to problems and/or deficiencies regarding major economic objectives and policies for the corporations. Advises management on insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities. Participates in Tribal wide Insurance Committees to select insurance broker and submits data to broker for insurance coverages. Advises management on desirable operational adjustments due to accounting code revisions.  Continually assess the adequacy of internal controls and will conduct internal reviews of processes to ensure safeguards are kept up to date, in place and functioning properly. Responsible for all balance sheet account reconciliations.  Assists in inventory management which includes the implementation of an effective and efficient inventory procedures.  Confers with the Personnel Specialist with the collection of time and attendance records, new hires, transfers, disciplinary action, and statistical records of performance data.  Attends monthly Board of Director meetings for Corporation(s) as well as any other meetings as necessary.  The Controller performs other duties as needed and assigned to ensure efficient and effective operations.  Financial  Manages the day-to-day operations of the accounting department. Oversees the financial systems, transactions, policies and processes. Establishes and maintains financial internal controls and safeguards corporate assets.  Responsible for the proper recording of capital assets, asset lives and depreciation. Responsible for maintaining the asset ledger. Confers with management and reviews Profit and Loss Statements to suggest and assist with changes in business or operations.  Controller is responsible for soliciting audit services and gaining BOD approval for selected auditor. Controller coordinates all aspects of the audit for the corporation(s), insures audit requests are met and is the main point of contact for the audit.  The Controller participates in meetings, reviews policy and directives, prepares documents and provides verbal and written reports Corporation(s) businesses which summarize the company's forecast, financial position and business activity in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.  The Controller works closely with the Corporation Manager(s) to ensure that daily financial data is reported accurately and promptly and also to ensure that monthly financial reports reflect a true picture of the financial state of each respective business.  Training  The Controller works closely with the Compliance/Training Coordinator in developing and implementing training programs that will ensure that all employees within their area of responsibility are effectively trained in the appropriate areas to maintain efficiency for profitable business operation.  Will follow and enforce Policies and Procedures, assists with ensuring that employees have the proper understanding of said policy and procedures manual. Ensures that accounting staff follows applicable Tribal laws, resolutions, and ordinances.  Coordinates staff meetings to review policy directives. Evaluates the effectiveness of the Accounting Department, identifies administrative problem areas. Directs the development and implementation of overall goals, objectives, policies and procedures.  Evaluates the effectiveness of the Accounting department, identifies administrative problem areas. Directs the development and implementation of overall goals, objectives, policies and procedures for the Accounting department.  Supervision  Supervises the Accounting Office Staff and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Directly assists managers regarding accounting matters. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  The Controller will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, Standard Operating Procedures and all applicable laws.  This position jointly reports directly to the Operations Manager(s). Immediate supervision and performance evaluations are received from the Operations Manager(s).  Performance Standards  Projects a professional attitude and appearance.  Maintains confidentiality of all information processed through the department including records, reports, documents, conversations, etc. A breach of confidentiality will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.  Conducts self with a professional mannerism that will bring credit to the Corporation(s) as well as the Tribal Government.  Assists in ensuring proper economic growth occurs for the business, other duties and responsibilities will be performed as needed and assigned to carry out position functions.  To perform this job successfully the applicant must possess the following qualifications and competencies:  Minimum  Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting.  Five years demonstrable experience in retail.  Must possess a valid Driver's License.  Must possess exceptional computer skills.  Optimum  Master's Degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting.  Five years demonstrable experience in retail operations.  Must possess a valid Driver's License.  Must possess exceptional computer skills. C.P.A.  Competencies  Possess the Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and general public. Possess the ability to effectively present information and respond to question in a group atmosphere.  Ability to develop, present and gain acceptance for long-range program plans and budget. Applicant must demonstrate knowledge of principles and practices in any of the following accounting functions: fiscal operations, accounting, financial management, and personnel.  Must be able to show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, promote a harassment-free environment, works with integrity and upholds organizational values.  Possess the ability to create an atmosphere of teamwork and group commitment to goals and objectives, manages difficult or emotional customer situations and respond promptly to customer needs.  Possess the ability to complete projects on time and within budget.  Possess the ability to adapt to business changes and organizational behavior as they occur.  Additional Information  All interested individuals should submit a complete application, resume, and supporting certificates, licenses, degrees and other documentation to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Enterprises Personnel Department, PO Box 368, Fort Hall, Idaho 83203. Applications are accepted until 4:00 PM on the closing date. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation or have not submitted a complete application may be disqualified.  Documentation of honorable discharge must be provided with the application to receive preference points during the interview process.  Hiring of personnel will be in accordance with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes hiring preference. To verify Indian Preference; a Certificate of Indian Blood or Tribal Identification from their enrollment office or from the Bureau of Indian Affairs must be submitted.  Applicants being considered for employment must submit a pre-employment alcohol and drug screen prior to being hired. Refusal to take the test will render the applicant ineligible for employment.  The Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Enterprises will conduct an employment background check on new employees to ensure suitability for the position applied for.    recblid 3ehncvse068pojui1wbzebfw9berfd