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Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance
Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance
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Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance (TERA) is a community-based intertribal nonprofit advancing Indigenous-led stewardship to restore ecological, economic, and cultural wellbeing. Its work connects land care with workforce development through programs including the Native Stewards Fellowship, Fire and Forestry Career Training, and the Lake Wildfire Resilience Workforce Program. TERA also provides EcoCultural Fire Trainings, hosts Lake Cal-TREX prescribed and cultural fire events, and delivers fuels management and stewardship services in partnership with Tribes and local communities.
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Finance Controller

Lead accounting, grants, compliance, and financial reporting for Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance, an Indigenous-led environmental nonprofit. Oversee finance operations in support of its stewardship programs, funders, and leadership.

USUnited StatesCACalifornia
$38 – $44 / hour
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredController

Description

  • Lead TERA’s financial operations and supervise the Financial Data Specialist
  • Maintain accurate, timely financial records in accordance with GAAP
  • Monitor cash balances, transfer schedules, banking arrangements, and investments
  • Review monthly accounts, accounting entries, reconciliations, and RAMP and Stripe discrepancies
  • Ensure accurate records in RAMP and QuickBooks Online and review monthly credit card expenses
  • Implement cost allocations, calculate fringe rates, and support budgeting
  • Manage the CPA consultant’s work on grant allocations, month-end close, reconciliations, and audit support
  • Oversee quality checks for payroll, payroll tax filings, deductions, invoicing, and reimbursable grants
  • Monitor accounts receivable and coordinate follow-up on overdue invoices
  • Manage credit cards, checks, deposits, transaction reconciliations, and accounts receivable and payable dashboards
  • Maintain financial policies and procedures and support compliance with grant, audit, and federal and state requirements
  • Train staff in finance processes, internal controls, and financial management
  • Provide financial statements and reports to the Executive Director, Board of Directors, funders, and program staff
  • Coordinate annual audits, regulatory reporting, Form 990 filings, 1099 and W-2 reporting, and workers’ compensation audits
  • Administer the SIMPLE IRA plan and deliver related onboarding training and reporting
  • Obtain and manage organizational insurance policies
  • Review contracts and finance-related invoicing and audit requirements
  • Set up and troubleshoot staff access to QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Time

Requirements

  • Two- to four-year degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field, or relevant work experience
  • At least four years of government grant management experience
  • At least four years of experience supervising a finance team
  • At least six years of nonprofit finance management or accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Experience applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks; certified user status or eligibility for certification preferred
  • High proficiency in MS Excel and Google Workspace applications
  • Cultural competence, humility, self-awareness, and willingness to learn
  • Commitment to cross-cultural work and building bridges
  • Ability to listen and to give and receive direct, honest, constructive feedback
  • Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, accountability, and commitment to high standards
  • Flexibility and adaptability in a changing, fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to follow and uphold TERA policies and represent TERA and Tribal communities with dignity and integrity
  • Patient, personable, and approachable manner, with ability to build relationships with diverse teams and external partners
  • Self-directed and motivated, with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
  • Sound judgment and ability to balance competing demands
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage and share information accurately and effectively

Benefits

  • Employer contribution to a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan
  • Flexible pre-tax health care benefit for employees and their families, covering up to $600 per month in qualifying medical expenses
  • Up to 32 days of paid leave each year, including 15 holidays, 5 sick days, and 12 vacation days
  • On-the-job training
  • Dynamic colleagues and a positive work environment

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