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Cherokee Federal · 2 weeks ago

Accountant III

Tulsa, OK

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on serving the government’s mission. The Accountant III role involves performing complex accounting activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB, and managing financial reporting and month-end close processes.

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Responsibilities

Own month-end close for assigned business units: journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and variance analysis

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations; resolve aging items and root cause issues

Lead cost accounting and project accounting activities (WIP, revenue recognition, indirect rates, allocations)

Support audits (financial, compliance, and internal); produce schedules and respond to auditor requests

Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies

Partner with FP&A on forecasts, budgets, and performance metrics; explain variances and trends

Drive process automation and data quality; document workflows and standard operating procedures

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

GAAPGASBCost accountingDeltek CostpointERP/financial systemsAdvanced ExcelAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem solvingDetail-orientedSelf-motivatedOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and GASB

Proficiency with ERP/financial systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Oracle Cloud ERP, SAP) and advanced Excel

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication skills; high attention to detail

Ability to utilize Microsoft applications

Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in Finance/Accounting

Excellent analytical and organization skills

Ability to be detail-oriented and highly self-motivated

Ability to adapt to a changing environment

Excellent communication skills

Ability to utilize experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, perform a variety of tasks, and work under general supervision

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred

CPA or CPA track preferred

Public accounting or government contracting experience a plus

IFRS experience a plus

Experience with international accounting standards and international audits preferred but not required

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other possible benefits as provided

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees