Indigenized Energy Initiative Hiring for Accounting and Administrative Associate Job at Remote Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Accounting & Administrative Associate

Indigenized Energy Initiative (IEI) [formerly known as Covenant Tribal Solar Initiative] is first-of-its kind effort led by a team of Native Americans and solar experts. Our mission is to empower tribes to develop renewable energy and energy efficiency in a way that creates jobs, grows their economy, and protects Earth. We are a young organization on a growth trajectory and are specifically seeking candidates who are comfortable with an entrepreneurial work environment and possess the strong work ethic needed to launch and support new programs and projects in partnership with Native American tribes.

We are seeking an experienced Accounting & Administrative Associate to join our dynamic and diverse team. Our accounts payable/receivable, banking, insurance, and human resources functions are managed by our Fiscal Sponsor, but require internal coordination and preparation of documents, contracts, invoices, check requests, etc. Full time, part time, and contract applicants will be considered.

We are a team of Native American champions for change in tribal communities and solar experts. If you work well in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment, have great organizational and communication skills and a demonstrated attention to detail, and are passionate about a just transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, we’d love to hear from you!

Indigenized Energy Initiative is a fiscally-sponsored project of Earth Island Institute 501(c)3. IEI/Earth Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide internal accounting and general administrative support
• Work closely with Fiscal Sponsorship organization
• Prepare and maintain budgets, generating reports as required
• Create vendor contracts and process invoices
• Manage employee expense reports, advances and reimbursement processes
• Track income and expenditures to ensure budget compliance
• Assist CEO and management team with various administrative projects and tasks including correspondence, research, presentations, event and travel planning.

Desired Qualifications

• Direct experience working with American Indian tribes is highly desirable
• Experience within the non-profit sector is a plus
• A reliable self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team environment
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills
• The ability to track multiple parallel projects and prioritize with efficiency and flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of people and entities including government (Tribal/State/Federal), for profit and non- profit organizations, and others is a plus
• Minimum of three years of accounting and administrative experience
• High level of proficiency with accounting and typical business suite of software

Compensation & Benefits: negotiable based on qualifications and experience. We have a comprehensive and competitive benefits package!

Employment status: Full-time, part-time, and contract applicants will be considered

Work location: 100% remote with possible occasional travel for meetings

To Apply: Email Cover Letter, Resume and salary requirements to
info indigenized.energy

Please put “ACCOUNTING & ADMIN ASSISTANT” in the subject line.

WWW.INDIGENIZED.ENERGY

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working for a non-profit organization?

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 4 years (Required)
• Bookkeeping: 4 years (Required)
• Administrative: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: Remote