JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of professional, service oriented, technical support and operational staff as it pertains to the Finance department; recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required; conducts performance evaluations.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the department, acts as a good steward of the Pueblo’s fiscal resources.
• Oversees and manages the daily operations of the Pueblo’s accounting, finance, payroll and tax functions. Ensures timely month-end closing.
• Oversees and manages the daily operations of the Pueblo’s accounting, finance, payroll and tax functions. Ensures timely month-end closing. Manages cash, budgeting, compliance, internal controls, credit/collection, audits, investments, financial and strategic planning.
• Advises executive leadership on financial management and strategic planning issues and initiatives. Analyzes and reviews statements, budgets, grants, contracts, and cash flow; provides data-based information for decision making purposes.
• Develops short and long-term investment policies for operating cash requirements and growth.
• Presents financial results to council members on quarterly basis. Makes presentations to the Tribal Council regarding departmental activities and issues.
• Develops and analyzes financial reports, reviews with directors and managers on a quarterly and on as a as needed basis. Assists directors and managers in developing, modifying and monitoring program budgets.
• Develops Accounting policies and procedures that adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), relevant OMB circulars and AICPA accounting standards and pronouncements.