SUMMARY:
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarter-end and year-end financial statements as they pertain to general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, and bank accounts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of budget and procurement practices and procedures
Knowledge of computerized accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to plan and direct a program of accounting and fiscal services and controls
Ability to evaluate and modify accounting systems, procedures, records and controls
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and departments
Ability to organize information and communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to use personal computers and application software
1 – 2 years overall accounting experience preferred
EDUCATION:
A Four-year degree in Business Accounting/Finance required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
Able to obtain and maintain a Pauma Gaming Commission License
ESSENTIAL SKILLS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
General ledger maintenance
Periodic financial statement preparation
Accounts payable processing
Fixed asset ledger maintenance
Operations transactions review and verification of resultant bank deposits
Staff assignments as required
Maintenance of effective relations with other administrative and operations departments
Assists Controller in the coordination of the fiscal year-end audit
Acts as backup to Payroll and Accounts Payable Departments
Account Reconciliations
Monthly journal entries
Perform other Accounting duties as directed
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: (*Constantly, Frequently, Occasionally)
Occasionally walking and standing
Constantly hearing, seeing and talking
Occasionally balancing, bending, reaching, twisting, holding, wrist motion, and stooping
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment
Close spaces while working with others
*Constantly = over 2/3 time Frequently = 1/3-2/3 time Occasionally = under 1/3 time
NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT:
Pauma Band of Mission Indians, a federally recognized Indian Tribe, in accordance with section 703(i) of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, will give preference to Native Americans who meet job position minimum qualifications with regard to hiring, promotions, transfers and training.