What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant - UMIAQ Design position at Bowhead?
Overview
Company OverviewUkpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Barrow, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska's top 10 companies with approximately 4,000 employees nationwide and revenues above $700M annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030.
As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Inupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. We recruit only qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, and a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.
UMIAQ Design, LLC seeks a detail-oriented Project Accountant who is a critical thinker and self-starter with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Assist in set-up of project accounting files for new projects and revisions of existing projects modified by Change Orders.
- Assist in daily project accounting administration and support of ongoing projects.
- Assist with input of Overhead expenses into accounting system.
- Assist with monthly project invoicing preparation and submissions.
- Set up and maintain project invoicing and filing systems.
- Assist Project Managers and Assistant Controller with submittals, quality control documents, cost tracking, project documentation and record keeping.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:
- Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Knowledge of budgets and job cost accounting principles and software.
- Possess and apply knowledge of project accounting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography, and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills for a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to work alone, or as part of a team.
- Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
Preferred Experience:
- Four years of experience working in private accounting industry.
- Four-year degree majoring in Business or Accounting.
- Alaska Native/Native American Hiring Preference Apply.
- Experience working with Timberline accounting software.
Required Experience:
- High School diploma or GED.
Two years of private accounting experience in role of project accountant.
Qualifications
Physical Demands:
- Position is that of a sedentary nature.
- Must be able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds.
Environmental Conditions:
- Work is in an urban office setting.
- Sitting at a desk working at a computer for long periods of time.
- Non-smoking office.
- Noise is of a moderate level.
- May be exposed to heat/cold.
Work Environment Summary:
Professional business office.
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Salary : $700
