Controller I

Winnebago Tribe ‚Ä¢ Winnebago, Nebraska ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $125,000–$140,000 / year

Posted on Thu, Aug 6, 2026

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k)

Open Until Filled
Controller I
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Salary (Grade): $125,000-$140,000+ (Dependent on qualifications)
Status: Reg. Full-Time (Exempt) Location: 105 N Bluff St., Winnebago NE 68071 Job Purpose & Position Overview:As one of two Controller positions, the Controller I will be a strategic thought-partner, and report to the CFO. The successful candidate will be a hands-on and participative manager and will lead and develop an internal team to support the following areas: finance, budgeting, administration, and IT. The Controller I will play a critical role in partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and operations as the Winnebago Tribe continues to enhance its quality of programs. This is a tremendous opportunity for a finance and operations leader to maximize and strengthen the internal efficiency and capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organization. Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
Maintains a system of internal controls and ensure that continuous monitoring of internal controls happen throughout various divisions of the Tribe.
Ensure all GL reconciliations are completed for month end close.
Coordinate the Tribe’s financial planning, budgeting, and investment activities in accordance with the Council’s guidelines.
Prepare and manage the WTN departmental budgets as well as oversee the annual budgeting process.
Oversee grant compliance by ensuring that report results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Monitor the setup of Awards, Projects, and Tasks based on identified grants and track budget versus actual using accounting software and Excel spreadsheets.
Work closely with managers on the status of grants and projects.
Support the CFO in order to maintain short-range/long-term financial plans, forecasts, and updates.
Assist in preparing and providing data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Collaborate with external auditors to provide information needed for the annual audit.
Assist in providing audit support to the CFO and communicate accounting and reporting issues to regulatory agencies by reviewing, analyzing, and preparing supporting documents and other related materials.
Supervise various accounting staff.
Evaluate staff performance and provide relevant training or professional development opportunities.
Identify improvements to the Tribe’s processes to enhance overall operations of various divisions.
Monitor Tribe’s financial policies and procedures and ensure these are updated as and when needed.
Retain a general proficiency of all day to day activities of the finance department.
Learn and develop various systems and procedures around Intacct and Martus Solutions software.
Train users on the various systems and serve as the administrator for the accounting and budget software.
Ensures compliance with loan and fixed asset reconciliations.
Works in partnership with the CFO and HR on the maintenance of insurance plans including property, liability, and workers’ compensation and employee benefits.
Assist in preparation of the Tribe’s indirect cost rate each year and run allocations monthly.
Lead special projects
Post journal entries and accruals
Performs other duties as assigned.
Duties listed are intended as an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from this position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred, Master’s degree preferred.
Sage Intacct experience strongly preferred.
CPA, CMA, CGFM, or similar certification preferred.
A minimum of 3 to 5 years of senior level Accounting and Finance preferred.
Familiarity of fund accounting required. Knowledge of federal, state, and local funding and grant requirements as well as familiarity with community resources preferred.
Exceptionally skilled in Excel and proficient in all other Microsoft office Programs.
Requires independence and use of initiative and judgment as applies to accounting, business law, and management concepts.
Demonstrate effective communication, decision-making, leadership, management, critical thinking, analytical, research, information and computer literacy, strategic planning, problem-solving, and time-management skills are required.
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Principles
Knowledge and understanding of fiscal management including analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and identification of cost centers.
Knowledge of commercial and government contracting is preferred.
Knowledge of the Self-Determination and Educational Assistance Act (93-638 as amended), Single Audit Act (as amended) is preferred.
Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars applicable to Tribal Governments is preferred.
Knowledge of grant management best practices is preferred.
Knowledge of relevant tribal, state, and federal law is preferred.
Knowledge of budgeting or Martus Tools software preferred.
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively.
Ability to problem-solve identified issues within the organization. Must be able to recognize shortcomings and effectively carry out solutions.
Ability to manage projects from the conceptual stage through completion.
Ability to operate computers and office management software is required
A valid driver’s license and insurable under the Tribe’s eligibility guidelines is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Responsible for oversight of direct reports subject to change as directed by CFO

Training Requirements:

Must attend all department meetings and other training courses as directed by CFO.

Physical Requirements:

Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Mental Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating
Above average social interaction skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision.

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.
A copy of Degrees earned must be provided by applicant.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. Compensation: $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

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