Finance Manager (Financial Planning/Analysis)

Health insurance
Chief Financial Officer
Reports to:
Tribal Council Treasurer
Location: Finance Office located in the Blackhawk Community Center in Winnebago, NE
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a member of the executive management team and is responsible for the financial oversight and consolidated fiscal management of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska organization. The CFO works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Tribal Council, and key internal and external stakeholders. Plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities for the finance and accounting department.

Devise and carry out strategies, policies, and procedures that will ensure the organization meets its financial goals. Identify and prevent fraud within the organization and take the necessary actions to hold those engaging in fraudulent activities accountable to the full extent of the law. Establishes Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and other financial metrics for the organization to follow, and produces financial tools for management use.

Cultivate an organizational culture of ethical behavior, employee empowerment, satisfaction, productivity, retention, recognition, customer service, team building, communication, collaboration, trust, and participatory decision-making. Oversees and provides effective leadership to the accounting department and the overall accounting and finance function for the organization. Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of the accounting department personnel and processes and makes the necessary changes to ensure the accounting and finance function is a strength of the organization.

Evaluates, approves, and coordinates implementation of accounting information systems for the organization. Works with vendors and internal stakeholders to complete annual audit on time. Approves and oversees the production of consolidated company financial statements for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to key stakeholders. Provide budgetary planning support to organizational managers and directors. Oversees and evaluates investment and banking activities and coordinates with key internal and external stakeholders.

Communicates the overall financial health of the organization and advises on best course of action to maximize financial resources, minimize loss, and manage risk. Provides cost to benefit, business, and financial analysis to ensure effective managerial decision making. Produces an annual accounting and financial S.Assists with the development of the organization’s consolidated AOP and produces an AOP for the accounting and finance department. Evaluates the effectiveness of financial plans; Develops accounting and finance policies and procedures for the organization.

Ensures proper segregation of accounting duties. Ensures managers understand and are held accountable to all accounting and finance policies and procedures. Develops and implements an effective audit program for the organization to ensure quality control and compliance. Trains managers on the audit program requirements and holds them accountable to those standards. Assists accounting department personnel in creating a Professional Development Plan (PDP). Assists and advises on risk management issues.

Ensures regulatory, contract, grant, reporting and record keeping compliance for the organization. Promote and support the preservation of the Ho-Chunk language and culture within the organization. Duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience of Fund Accounting, For-profit Accounting, and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices, producing consolidated financial statements, reports, and master budgets is required. Knowledge of commercial and government contracting is preferred.

Knowledge of the Self-Determination and Educational Assistance Act (93-638 as amended), Single Audit Act (as amended) is required. Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars applicable to Tribal Governments is required. Knowledge of Native nation building models is preferred. Knowledge of grant management best practices is required. Knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems or similar software is required.

Demonstrate effective communication, decision-making, leadership, management, critical thinking, analytical, research, information and computer literacy, strategic planning, problem-solving, and time-management skills are required. Demonstrate capital budgeting, forecasting, investment portfolio, and financial planning skills are required. Ability to detect fraud and identify gaps within the accounting process is required. Ability to effectively discuss issues and negotiate with others, direct subordinates, and explain their policies and decisions to those within and outside the organization.

Ability to make effective decisions when setting polices, managing the finance department, assess different options, and choose the best course of action on a daily basis. Ability to lead the department successfully by coordinating policies, people, and resources. Ability to manage projects from the conceptual stage through completion. Ability to manage complex tasks and meet timely deadlines with minimal supervision is required. Ability to operate computers and office management software is required. Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Eight to ten (8-10) years of combined professional and practical accounting and financial management experience. Five years of grant management experience. Five years of contract management experience, including PL 93-638 contracting or compacting experience. Five years of experience managing an organization finances with consolidated assets of $25 million and up. Preferred knowledge in the areas of commercial and government contracting, relevant state, federal, and tribal laws. Will oversee the Finance Department.

Training Requirements

~ Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:
~ All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check. Normal to medium office work which includes the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment. May be required to work long and unusual hours, including travel. Reading, writing, calculating
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision
Language Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently. Submit an application at a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required.

Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered. If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.