Staff Accountant

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant works with Pueblo of Tesuque Development Corporation Management and Administrative Staff to prepare financial reports, manage various reports and provide complex accounting reconciliations in accordance with policies and procedures and within the established Generally Accepted Accounted Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards while maintaining confidentiality of all privileged information. Will be assisting with the procurement process in Red Rock and maintaining a contract library.

Note: Native American preference will be given.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with the accounting team and senior management to assure required timelines are met.
• Assist in the development of budgets and budget projections.
• Provide up-to-date expenditure and balance information.
• Review accounting transactions, verify budget and expenditures to ensure compliance with Internal Controls, regulations and restrictions.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and departmental information.
• Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes.
• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Prepare various month-end and year-end auditing, tax reporting and other financial and accounting functions.
• Use and develop templates to analyze budget patterns, project expenditures and prepare approved budget.
• Provide historical reference by defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval transfer and disposal of records.
• Complete operational requirement by scheduling and assigning employees; follow up on work results.
• Review and analyze departmental financial statements and payroll reports.
• Prepare month end and year end closing of accounts for assigned operating units.
• Reconcile inventory assets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree and or a combination with major in Accounting, plus five years of experience in accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the required skills and knowledge for successful performance.
• Modern principles, practices, and methods of accounting, financial administration, reporting, computers and accounting software programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in accounting with increasing responsibilities.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multi-company environment with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
• Ability to research and compile information and use complex spreadsheets to support management in making sound decisions.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• (For Key employees) Must be able to obtain and maintain a Pueblo of Tesuque Gaming License.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

None relating to this position at this time.

Physical Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk for extended periods. The employee occasionally is required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee will be required to talk for extended periods and must be able to hear and understand. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to ten (10) pounds. The incumbent occasionally exposed to loud noise, change in temperatures, and second-hand smoke.

Work Environment: 

Work is generally performed in a casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a high noise level. Due to the nature and scope of this position, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours and irregular shifts will be required.    

ADA/EEO Compliance: 

The Pueblo of Tesuque Development Corporation (POTDC) and Tesuque Casino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In Compliance with the American Disabilities Act, the Corporation will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. 

DRUG-FREE DISCLAIMER 

You will be required to pass a drug screening examination successfully. The use of any drug or other controlled substance that is illegal under Federal Law is not permitted, including medical cannabis.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the essential duties, responsibilities and requirements of personnel. Company reserves the right to substitute, amend, change, modify or discontinue any or all portions of this description/job function.

Statement of Understanding:       

I have read and understand what is expected of me in this position and agree to perform these responsibilities and duties to the best of my abilities for the compensation provided.