Accountant I - Accounts Payable Specialist

***This position is open through Friday, July 31, 2026.***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Accountant I - Accounts Payable Specialist. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday 4 10s or Monday - Thursday 9 hours and Friday 4 hours. 

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience, education, and qualifications.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Controller this position performs a variety of accounting support functions for the Redding Rancheria Tribal Government Finance Department. Directly responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all account payable invoices, reviewing invoices and requisitions for accuracy and within policy and procedures. Interacts with staff, Tribal Members, and vendors on a daily basis for the Redding Rancheria and serves as the primary backup to the Accountant I-Purchasing Specialist.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 2 year degree in accounting or a minimum of 5 years of experience in similar accounting positions.
2. Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
3. Indian preference.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Perform any of the following accounting tasks: accounts payable, purchasing and procurement.

2. Follows up with Managers on unapproved invoices and/or errors to avoid late payments

3. Reviews vendor contracts and follows payment guidelines.

4. Responsible for contacting vendors for missing invoices and correcting errors.

5. Works with Purchasing Specialist to provide missing information, including receiving documents as needed

6. Manages, reconciles, and processes account and credit card orders for goods and services through phone, email, and internet order as requested by receipt of approved purchase order

7. Reconciles Purchasing credit card monthly

8. Monitors, responds, and takes action on communication emailed to ap@reddingrancheria-nsn.gov and purchasing@reddingrancheria-nsn.gov in Purchasing Specialist absence.

9. Date stamps and reviews all purchase orders and attached invoices for completion, including appropriate account coding, proper signing authority, and dollar amount approved for the Redding Rancheria in the absence of Purchasing Specialist

10. Researches and/or obtains best pricing for products requested on purchase orders in the absence of Purchasing Specialist

11. Works with purchase order requester to ensure appropriate items, quantities, and shipment terms are met in absence of Purchasing Specialist

12. Maintains credit card checking out process and pre-paid voucher files in the absence of Purchasing Specialist

13. Reviews voucher cover sheet by checking vendor, coding, amount, accounting period, 1099 details, remit address, and payment terms to be sure all information is accurately recorded. Makes corrections as needed

14. Maintains general office supply inventory and performs monthly inventory of supplies on hand

15. Assist with all Departmental needs in reference to filing and scanning documents

16. Compile and sort documentation

17. Verify and prepare working papers to support the details of business transactions.

18. Ensure proper accounting in accordance with the established policies and procedures.

19. Perform accurate and timely processing.

20. Communicate with others in the department.

21. Apply analytical skills and maintain organization.

22. Proficiency with various office equipment and applications.

23. Support other functions within the department as needed.

24. Manage confidential information in a secure, discreet and professional manner.

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. You can fill out an application online at Redding Rancheria ADP Career Center, please fax (530-242-4563) or email (employment@reddingrancheria-nsn.gov).

All certifications, credentials/licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance.  All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

Additional Information:

In addition, Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture, history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.