Salary : $120k
SUMMARY
The Assistant Controller is a key member of the accounting department leadership team for a multi-company consolidated business. The department supports all aspects of financial and management accounting including treasury, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, regulatory reporting and compliance, grant accounting, audit, tax and internal controls. An accounting software conversion is expected in the near future. The organization operates in the seafood industry, with profits used for program delivery activities. The accounting team supports both profit-generating enterprises as well as non-profit programs delivery. The organization is highly dynamic with frequent new projects and initiatives. Specific job duties and functional areas of responsibility will be aligned with the successful candidate's prior work experience, knowledge, and strengths; however, payroll oversight will be assigned to this role. The position is hybrid remote / in-office, with minimum weekly in-office days required. Location : Downtown Anchorage.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
General Leadership
- Primary responsibility is to support the controller in achieving departmental success : Competency, Reliability, Accuracy, Timeliness, Responsiveness, and Job Satisfaction within the team
- This position requires someone who can think critically and creatively to identify, solve, and prevent accounting and reporting errors
Accounting and Reporting
In cooperation with the Controller, the assistant controller will assist with :
Oversight of all areas of accounting, including manufacturing and inventory, sales, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and / or grant accounting, budgeting, and analysisAssist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements for internal and external usersAssist in the preparation of operations production and activity reportingReview and manage the GL, including the review and verification of substantial and / or irregular entriesPreparation and review of various account reconciliationsPreparation of workpapers and documentation for the annual external audit and tax returnsPreparation and filing of business tax returns (Sales tax, state B&O, Property taxes, etc.)Assist with implementation of new accounting pronouncements including development of new procedures for GAAP complianceAssist in developing and improving processes and internal controls in a dynamic settingPayroll Management
Payroll is HIGHLY COMPLEX with multiple pay structures and deadlines. Paylocity is the HRIS and payroll processing Platform. This section has 2 staff plus 2 managers. The assistant controller provides supervision, review and guidance of :
Accurate and timely payroll processing and related activitiesAll aspects of payroll accounting including GL entries and reconciliationsPayroll tax filings, W-2s, and other regulatory reportingWorkers comp and other payroll related audit informationEmployee and manager support for payroll mattersSystem configuration and procedures oversight in cooperation with HRPersonnel Supervision and Development
Assist in management of accounting staff, including daily supervision and performance evaluationsAssist in training and development of department staffMaintenance of job descriptions and hiring processes for the finance teamCross-departmental coordination and customer serviceKNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Required
Bachelor's degree in accountingMinimum five years' experience in accounting with direct supervisory experienceAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft ExcelSolid understanding of payroll accountingExperience with both GL work and subledger workAbility to learn quickly and teach othersProfessional demeanor with excellent communication skillsHigh attention to detail and organizational skillsProblem-solving abilities and adaptabilityPreferred
Public accounting experience and CPA license (Promotion opportunity will require CPA license)Solid understanding of ASC and GAAPExperience with Microsoft Dynamics Great PlainsExperience with accounting systems conversionDirect experience with HRIS / Payroll systems in complex environmentsPrior experience with PaylocityOther Helpful Experience
Knowledge of nonprofit accountingManufacturing accounting experienceWorking knowledge of Federal Single Audit rules and grant accountingProficiency with various software systemsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires the ability to :
Sit for extended periodsEffectively use hands and fingersTalk and listenOccasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouchOccasionally lift and / or move up to 25 poundsWORK ENVIRONMENT
Office setting with exposure to computer screens and fluorescent lightingRegular use of computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone systemModerate noise level
Salary : $120,000
