ACCOUNTANT

JOB DUTIES:

Performs a variety of full performance, professional accounting duties as needed to expedite carious day-to-day functions of the finance department; including general fund accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and customer service. Monitors all purchase activity of the department; audits and reviews all purchases to assure compliance with established procurement policies and practices; verifies and validates purchases against requisitions, purchase orders and vouchers; identifies areas of dispute and coordinates solutions with vendors and town staff; accepts or rejects requests based upon assessment of policy compliance; apprises department of rejected purchase requests and assists to resolve problems. Performs timesheet duties for finance department; audits time sheets for accuracy; enters work time, leave accrual and leave usage into computer programs; completes record keeping entries based upon approval of the finance director. Maintains and balances the general ledger and prepares or reviews all necessary journal entries. Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounted Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards. Knowledge and understanding of computerized accounting systems. Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and procedures. Skills in operating business computers and office machines. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and three (3) years accounting experience. One (1) year contact and grant experience. One (1) year lead or supervisory experience. Government accounting preferred. Must be able to pass drug test and background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.

Taos Pueblo reserves the right to exercise preference in hiring for qualified Tribal members/Indians in connection with all positions.

If you feel that you have the necessary skills, experience, the motivation, please prepare a detailed letter of introduction, a complete resume, and three professional references who can attest as to your skills and abilities.

SUBMIT APPLICATION/RESUME TO:

TAOS PUEBLO CMS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

PO BOX 1846 – 1075 VETERANS HWY, TAOS NM 87571

PH.: 575.758.8626 EXT. 124 – FAX 575.758.7308

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $50,409.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• accounting: 3 years (Preferred)
• supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
• contract and grant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NM Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Taos, NM 87571: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,409