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Annette Johnson

Bemidji,MN

Summary

Dedicated accounting professional bringing over 16 years experience in tribal government, gaming, and higher education settings. Ability to lead and manage teams toward successful end results. Solid background in financial analysis and compliance to rules and regulations. Experienced with general ledger processes, account reconciliations, audit and financial statement preparations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Faculty Member

Red Lake Nation College
08.2023 - Current

Algebra Skills in Fall Semester 2023

Principles of Accounting I Spring Semester 2024.

Controller

Red Lake Nation College
11.2022 - Current
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed budgets, assets, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.

Tribal Treasurer

Red Lake Band Of Chippewa Indians
08.2014 - 06.2022
  • Elected position with responsibility to tribal membership with oversight and management of tribal assets, including cash and cash equivalents, property and fixed assets, and financial transactions and records.
  • Direct responsibility for annual audits, and grants and contract reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local agencies.

Chief Financial Officer

Red Lake Gaming Enterprises, Inc.
07.2011 - 08.2014
  • Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
  • Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
  • Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
  • Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.

Assistant Director of Finance

Red Lake Band Of Chippewa Indians
07.2007 - 07.2011

Supervised functions of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, grants and contracts.

Assisted with budget preparation, maintenance of financial records, and preparation of financials for the Tribal Council.

Direct contact with the external auditors on the annual audit process and audit resolution with external agencies.

Education

Master of Arts - Tribal Administration And Governance

University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN
05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
08.1998

Timeline

Adjunct Faculty Member

Red Lake Nation College
08.2023 - Current

Controller

Red Lake Nation College
11.2022 - Current

Tribal Treasurer

Red Lake Band Of Chippewa Indians
08.2014 - 06.2022

Chief Financial Officer

Red Lake Gaming Enterprises, Inc.
07.2011 - 08.2014

Assistant Director of Finance

Red Lake Band Of Chippewa Indians
07.2007 - 07.2011

Master of Arts - Tribal Administration And Governance

University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Bemidji State University
Annette Johnson