2027 Audit Staff Accountant

Altman, Rogers & Co.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance

401(k) with Safe Harbor Contributions

CPD & CPA Prep/Certification

Year-end bonus

Casual Fridays

Half-Day Fridays

Mentorship Program

Merit-Based Advancement

Office morale events

Wellness activities

Job summary

Altman, Rogers & Co., Alaska’s largest locally-owned CPA firm, seeks a Staff Audit Accountant to join a supportive, balanced workplace. We offer a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and opportunities to work on diverse audit engagements in a close-knit team.

Our benefits include education support, paid time off, and a focus on work-life balance with frequent morale events and community involvement in Anchorage. This role emphasizes professional growth while maintaining personal well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Includes required upper level accounting credits to sit for the CPA exam.
• Prior experience in private or public accounting a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Work on assigned segments of audit or accounting engagements
• Occasionally assume substantial responsibility (under supervision) for small accounting engagements involving compiled or reviewed financial statements
• Keep updated on Firm policies and procedures, AICPA and state CPA society’s rules, regulations and Code of Ethics
• Regularly read and be familiar with pronouncements from Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
• Remain current with new and existing audit standards
• Be in the process of passing the CPA exam
• This position involves approximately 30% travel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Altman, Rogers & Co., Alaska’s largest locally-owned CPA firm, is seeking a talented Staff Audit Accountant. Enjoy the benefits of a large firm while experiencing the personal touch of a small office environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes work/life balance, ensuring our staff can thrive both professionally and personally.

Join a Workplace that Values You!

We’re proud to be recognized as the Best Place to Work and Best Accounting Firm for seven consecutive years by Best of Alaska Business, alongside our Great Place to Work certification for four years. Here’s what makes our culture exceptional:

1. Work-Life Balance: We prioritize staffing which allows employees to work manageable hours (even during busy season) preventing burnout. To show appreciation, we offer half-day Fridays in the summer, with the option for full-day Fridays based on yearly hours.
2. Firm Culture: We foster a vibrant workplace where everyone enjoys coming to work. Our employee-led workgroups address areas for improvement, such as bonus structures and DEI initiatives. We also host monthly morale events—fun, voluntary activities like cooking classes or rock climbing that promote camaraderie across departments.
3. Supportive Leadership: Our leadership team is hands-on and genuinely cares about employees. With an open-door policy, we create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and learning.
4. Community Involvement: We believe in giving back. Our team volunteers for initiatives like the Special Olympics and city-wide clean-ups, and many employees serve on boards for organizations they’re passionate about.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field
• Includes required upper level accounting credits to sit for the CPA exam
• Prior experience in private or public accounting a plus but not required

Responsibilities (under supervision):

• Work on assigned segments of audit or accounting engagements
• Occasionally assume substantial responsibility (under supervision) for small accounting engagements involving compiled or reviewed financial statements
• Keep updated on Firm policies and procedures, AICPA and state CPA society’s rules, regulations and Code of Ethics
• Regularly read and be familiar with pronouncements from Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
• Remain current with new and existing audit standards
• Be in the process of passing the CPA exam
• This position involves approximately 30% travel.

Benefits include...

• Paid Leave (Starting at 4 Weeks)
• Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, Pharmaceutical, Vision, Life, and Supplemental Insurance Plans
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor Contributions & Discretionary Employer Matching
• Continuing Professional Education & CPA Preparation/Certification
• Year-end bonus
• Casual Fridays
• Half-Day Fridays in the summer
• Mentorship Program
• Merit-Based Advancement
• Employee morale events including regular office events, Anchorage softball team and holiday party
• Wellness Activities & Benefits including flu shot clinic in the Anchorage office
• Work Group Opportunities

Altman, Rogers & Co. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans’ status, disability, or genetics.