Chief Financial Officer

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Department: Finance

Reports To: Tribal Council and applicable governing Boards

Classification: Exempt

Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $165,000 – $220,000 annually DOE

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides executive-level financial leadership and strategic oversight for the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI), Chukchansi Sovereign Enterprises (CSE), Tribal Nation Flower Company (TNFC), and Chukchansi Housing Authority (CHA).

This position is responsible for fiscal strategy, financial integrity, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk management, budgeting, reporting, and long-term financial sustainability across governmental, corporate, housing, and commercial operations.

The CFO serves as a key advisor to Tribal Council, governing boards, and executive leadership, ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of Tribal assets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Direct and oversee all financial operations across PRCI, CSE, TNFC, and CHA

Develop and implement financial policies and internal control systems across all entities

Lead preparation of annual operating and capital budgets for each entity

Present financial statements and performance reports to Tribal Council and governing Boards

Ensure compliance with Tribal, federal, state, HUD, and other regulatory requirements

Oversee audits and implementation of audit recommendations

Establish and monitor internal controls and segregation of duties

Manage cash flow, investments, capital planning, and debt obligations

Provide financial modeling and analysis for new ventures and investment decisions

Oversee enterprise accounting systems and consolidated reporting structures

Supervise finance leadership and departmental staff across entities

Coordinate grant compliance and federal program financial reporting

Serve as primary liaison to auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies

Perform additional duties as directed by Tribal Council or governing Boards

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in good standing

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

At least fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible financial management experience

At least seven (7) years of executive-level financial leadership experience

Demonstrated experience overseeing multi-entity or subsidiary financial structures

Experience managing consolidated budgets exceeding $25 million

Experience with governmental accounting standards and enterprise financial reporting

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Must be able to pass a background investigation

Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working within Tribal governments, Section 17 corporations, or Tribal housing authorities

Knowledge of Federal Indian Law and Tribal governance structures

Experience overseeing cannabis or other highly regulated commercial enterprises

Experience managing HUD or federally funded housing programs

Experience implementing or upgrading enterprise financial systems

HOW TO APPLY

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Completed application form

Current resume

Documentation of higher education

Verification of Tribal enrollment (required if claiming Tribal or Indian Preference)

Submission Instructions

Applications may be submitted on-line, by walk-in, or regular mail. Please send all materials to:

Human Resources Department

P.O. Box 2226

Oakhurst, CA 93644

TRIBAL PREFERENCE STATEMENT

In accordance with applicable Tribal law and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI) Administration provides employment preference to enrolled PRCI Tribal Members. To qualify, applicants must submit valid proof of enrollment. Tribal Members who meet the minimum qualifications will be given preference in hiring, promotion, transfer, and layoff decisions. During the interview process, PRCI Tribal Members will receive an additional 7.5 points (10% of the 75-point interview rubric). Non-PRCI Native American candidates will receive an additional 5 points (6.7% of the total points) in accordance with Indian Preference guidelines.

INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In compliance with 25 CFR Part 276 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), employment preference shall be given to qualified applicants who are enrolled members of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, and secondarily, to another qualified American Indian/Alaska Native Candidate.