Finance Manager - Closing Date: 05/06/2026
Ponca Economic Development Corporation, Lincoln, NE, United States
Finance Manager - Closing Date: 05/06/2026
Full Time NO 101-630 Lincoln, NE, US 1 Attachments
5 days ago Requisition ID: 1148
Salary Range: $74,949.82 To $109,246.67 Annually
Position: Finance Manager
Division: Finance
Department: Finance
Reports To:
Location: Open
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Grade 14 ($74,949.82 - $109,246.67)
Summary
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a ‘Service Delivery Area’ comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
The Finance Manager, under the direction and supervision of the CFO, is responsible for procedural operations of the finance department as well as general oversight of financial coding, reconciling revenue/expense accounts, and assembling timely reporting of financial data.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Reconciles all internal expenditures and funding draw records to the records and reports of the granting agency and funding source
Reviews and maintains expenditure reports in conjunction with Financial Grant/Contract Specialist to identify posting errors or uncommon activities, including researching general coding errors and correction of such errors with appropriate supporting documentation
Serve as administrator responsible for drawdowns of federal and grant awards based on program activity, or as outlined by the funding agency
Attend and respond to grantor/funding agency desk review meetings and inquiries
Oversite of the preparation and submission of financial grant reporting, including but not limited Federal Financial Reports SF-425 (FFR)
Review and post entries to the general ledger for budgets, deposits and general journal entries as well as revisions to grants and contracts
Assist with preparation of audited financial statements for program and yearly single audits
Perform special projects as deemed necessary for the continued improvement in efficiency and effectiveness of the finance department
Performs other duties as assigned
Relationships and Authority
Directly supervise, guide, and evaluate the performance of team members as assigned to ensure alignment with organizational goals and delivery of high-quality results. Such assignments may change based on the overall structure of the Finance Team. Position has purchase signing authority at a director level and is responsible for reviewing, approving and signing documents as needed and authorized under scope of position. May be granted review and signatory authority during absences of Chief Financial Officer and/or Finance Director
Working Environment and Physical Demands
Physical requirements include carrying/lifting up to 5 pounds, frequently; up to 10 pounds, regularly; and up to 25 pounds, occasionally. Visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to drive an automobile and operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment; subject to carrying, lifting, twisting and reaching to perform essential job functions. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment with occasional travel to other locations.
Qualifications
Minimum:
Bachelor degree in accounting, business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Three years’ experience in Federal or Tribal administrative accounting and management
Working knowledge of fund accounting practices, financial compliance procedures and other federal compliance requirements including CFR Codes and Financial Circulars
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Valid driver’s license and be insurable
Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks
Able and willing to travel
Preferred:
Master degree in accounting, business, or related field
Certified Public Accountant
One year experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations
Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self-Determination Act
Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible.
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at-will employer.
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Full Time NO 101-630 Lincoln, NE, US 1 Attachments
5 days ago Requisition ID: 1148
Salary Range: $74,949.82 To $109,246.67 Annually
Position: Finance Manager
Division: Finance
Department: Finance
Reports To:
Location: Open
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Grade 14 ($74,949.82 - $109,246.67)
Summary
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a ‘Service Delivery Area’ comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
The Finance Manager, under the direction and supervision of the CFO, is responsible for procedural operations of the finance department as well as general oversight of financial coding, reconciling revenue/expense accounts, and assembling timely reporting of financial data.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Reconciles all internal expenditures and funding draw records to the records and reports of the granting agency and funding source
Reviews and maintains expenditure reports in conjunction with Financial Grant/Contract Specialist to identify posting errors or uncommon activities, including researching general coding errors and correction of such errors with appropriate supporting documentation
Serve as administrator responsible for drawdowns of federal and grant awards based on program activity, or as outlined by the funding agency
Attend and respond to grantor/funding agency desk review meetings and inquiries
Oversite of the preparation and submission of financial grant reporting, including but not limited Federal Financial Reports SF-425 (FFR)
Review and post entries to the general ledger for budgets, deposits and general journal entries as well as revisions to grants and contracts
Assist with preparation of audited financial statements for program and yearly single audits
Perform special projects as deemed necessary for the continued improvement in efficiency and effectiveness of the finance department
Performs other duties as assigned
Relationships and Authority
Directly supervise, guide, and evaluate the performance of team members as assigned to ensure alignment with organizational goals and delivery of high-quality results. Such assignments may change based on the overall structure of the Finance Team. Position has purchase signing authority at a director level and is responsible for reviewing, approving and signing documents as needed and authorized under scope of position. May be granted review and signatory authority during absences of Chief Financial Officer and/or Finance Director
Working Environment and Physical Demands
Physical requirements include carrying/lifting up to 5 pounds, frequently; up to 10 pounds, regularly; and up to 25 pounds, occasionally. Visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to drive an automobile and operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment; subject to carrying, lifting, twisting and reaching to perform essential job functions. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment with occasional travel to other locations.
Qualifications
Minimum:
Bachelor degree in accounting, business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Three years’ experience in Federal or Tribal administrative accounting and management
Working knowledge of fund accounting practices, financial compliance procedures and other federal compliance requirements including CFR Codes and Financial Circulars
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Valid driver’s license and be insurable
Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks
Able and willing to travel
Preferred:
Master degree in accounting, business, or related field
Certified Public Accountant
One year experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations
Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93-638: Indian Self-Determination Act
Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible.
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at-will employer.
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