Job Description

Position Information
In conjunction with and under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Advisor develops and implements a plan for business continuity across and within all financial processes
and activities to meet the short- and long-term needs of the White Earth Tribal and Community College (WETCC) administration and funding agencies. In cooperation with the Finance Director, the Advisor designs, guides/leads, and implements finance-related projects and training activities intended to provide continuity of WETCC’s financial services.

Duties & Responsibilities
On a typical day at WETCC, the Finance Advisor’s contributions will include teamwork, resourcefulness, confidentiality, and effective communication.
Support the Finance Director in day-to-day operations and long-range planning to ensure that WETCC’s financial goals and objectives are being met. Specific contributions for this role are
listed below. This is not a complete list as all staff may be required to perform additional duties.
• Prepare, complete, and reconcile campus revenue and expenditure transactions.
• Monitor budgets.
• Ensure objectives are met.
• Develop and submit required reports.
• Meet with program personnel as necessary to accomplish tasks.
• Support the development of grant proposals.
• Participate in Higher Learning Commission (HLC) activities as requested.
• Develop and enhance strategies and reporting to ensure WETCC strategic planning goals
are met.
• Participate in campus planning and training events.
• Guide, train, and advise financial staff in their assigned duties.
o Finance Manager
o Finance Specialist
o Bookstore/Finance Assistant
o Grant Writer
o Student interns

Work Schedule: 32-40 hours per week, with at least 24 hours per week typically on campus.
Advertised Salary: DOQ

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field.
• Twenty-five or more years of experience in a higher education financial setting, including
knowledge and experience in:
o Auxiliary enterprise operations (bookstore, cafeteria, etc.).
o Construction and facilities management.
o Grants administration, finance, reporting, and preparation.
o Enterprise Reporting Programs/Systems
o Financial aid disbursement and IPEDS reporting.
o Financial audit requirements.
o Financial policy development and implementation.
o Financial systems training.
• Ten or more years of supervisory experience of a financial staff.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Understanding of the Anishinaabe culture, values, and traditions.
• Current driver’s license and insurance.
• Ability to pass a background check before being offered employment.
• Ability to travel for professional development and job-related activities.

Preferred Qualifications
• Certified Public Accountant, MBA, or related master’s degree.
• Financial experience at a tribal college/university campus.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP.
• Experience with Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
• Valid driver’s license and insurance to travel as needed.

Applicant Materials Required: Resume, cover letter, three professional references, completed
WETCC application, and background check consent form. The application and consent form can
be found at www.wetcc.edu.
Benefits

WETCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including companypaid life and disability. Other benefits include Health, Dental, HSA with company match,
additional life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, vision, Legal & ID Shield,
and medical & dependent care FSA. The effective date for new full-time employees is the first of
the month following the date of hire.

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