Director-Accounting

Job Announcement: HR2026:01
Position Title: Director-Accounting
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Finance
Division: Finance
Immediate Supervisor: Chief Financial Officer
Department Director: Chief Financial Officer
Employment Status: Exempt
Position Type: Regular Full–Time
Mandatory Reporter: No
Background Check Required: Yes (data-sensitive) **
Opening Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Overview
As a leader of others, we are seeking an inspiring leader who excels at fostering engagement, embraces flexibility, and champions a culture of collaboration and growth. In this role, you will have the opportunity to guide and influence others, empowering your team to achieve shared goals and drive meaningful results.

Primary Objectives
The Director of Accounting is an important leadership role that is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the Tribe’s financial and accounting operations. This position oversees the Controller and all accounting functions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong financial stewardship in alignment with Tribal polices, GAAP/GASB, and federal grant regulations. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned.
Leaders of the Poarch Creek Indians will consistently demonstrate the abilities to influence, innovate, flex their style, and problem solve.

Essential Functions

• Leads the accounting department and supervise the Controller and accounting staff.
• Oversees financial reporting, audits, single audit requirements, and grant compliance.
• Develops, implements and maintains accounting policies, internal controls and procedures consistent with Tribal governance.
• Oversees grants writing, grant accounting and ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance.
• Leads improvements in financial systems, workflows, and department structure and present financial insights to CFO and executive leadership
• Supervises, coaches and supports the Controller and accounting team
• Reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for accuracy and compliance
• Ensures timely completion of month-end and year-end processes.
• Monitors financial compliance, including procurement rules, cash management, and internal control procedures.
• Oversees grant activity, verify allowability of costs, and ensure required documentation is maintained.
• Coordinates with external auditors and prepare materials for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Oversees the professional development and performance management for assigned staff. Take personal responsibility for employee engagement, retention, and results. Actively participate as a leadership role model for Tribal Government.
• Responds to financial questions from Tribal Council, program leaders, enterprises and executive leadership.
• Maintains data integrity and effective use of financial management systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA, CMA or Master’s preferred.
• Seven (7) years of progressive accounting employment experience required, ten (10) years preferred.
• Five (5) years of employment experience in a senior leadership role directly managing others required, seven (7) years preferred.
• Experience in implementing financial applications within the last ten (10) years required.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in Governmental Fund Accounting, preferably related to Indian Programs required.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Core Competencies Required

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, GASB, fund accounting and governmental accounting principles.
• Expertise in federal grant compliance, including Uniform Guidance and Single Audit requirements.
• Strong leadership, team development, and performance management skills
• Ability to interpret and apply Tribal policies, financial code, and sovereignty-related requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop insights, solve problems, and improve processes.
• Proficiency in financial management systems and accounting software.
• Experience as a SME in implementation of financial management system or overseeing components of implementation.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to assemble a high performing team that produces great results.
• Can manage across peer groups through relationships and positivity.
• Proactively seeks to understand and then improve process, practice, and policy.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.

Compensation and Benefits

• The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other volunteer insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, bonuses, and COLA increase.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.