Accountant II

Yulista Holding, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Calista Corporation, based in Anchorage, Alaska, seeks an experienced accountant to provide monthly financial data for assigned projects and to setup new contracts with revenue recognition analysis. The role supports project managers and accounting teams in a multi-business environment.

Responsibilities include G/L, A/R and A/P activities, reconciliations, and audit support. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of accounting experience are required, with preference for

Qualifications

• G/L experience and ability to analyze financial data.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with computerized accounting systems and standard software.

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly financial data for assigned projects.
• Setup new projects according to contract terms, including revenue recognition analysis.
• Track, monitor, and analyze active projects and ensure bills are accurate and timely.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and project ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and financial statement analysis.
• Support audit requests and prepare audit workpapers.

Skills

G/L experience

A/R experience

A/P experience

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide monthly financial data for assigned projects.
• Attend project kick-off meetings for new contracts (if applicable).
• Setup new projects according to contract terms, including revenue recognition analysis.
• Track, monitor, and analyze active projects.
• Communicate with Project Managers and supervisors to ensure bills are accurate and are issued timely.
• Review A/P vouchers and Expense Reports for accuracy and proper coding.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare project ledger to general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statement analysis.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Provide support for audit requests and prepare audit workpapers.
• Assist with research or duties as needed to support intercompany activities.
• Prepare and maintain prepaid accounts amortization schedules.
• Prepare sales and use tax returns or gross receipt tax returns as needed.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. G/L experience, experience with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with employees, business partners, and clients via written and verbal communication methods. Advanced knowledge and skills in computerized accounting systems and knowledge of company-specific software. Proficiency in standard computer software, application programs and e-mail. Typing 45 wpm and 10-key by touch. Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment. Comprehensive computer skills are required for this position. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems and concepts, and make decisions based on available information. Ability to use judgment and discretion. Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively plan and organize duties to meet deadlines. Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently. Ability to work with concentration, accuracy, and attention to detail. Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for minimum of four years of direct relevant experience.
• Minimum of three years of accounting or related field experience.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint preferred.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, and credit check.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Calista has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. The noise level is moderately quiet.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

OUR VISION

A world class corporation exemplifying cultural values, servant leadership and economic prosperity.

OUR MISSION

Improve the economic and social well-being of our Shareholders and communities through growth, leadership, collaboration and financial discipline.

About Calista Corporation

Headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, Calista Corporation is the second-largest of Alaska's 12 Native Regional Corporations. With over 38,000 shareholders, we are proud to be the parent company of more than 30 subsidiaries across four major holding companies. Our diverse business portfolio spans federal contracting, construction, real estate, environmental services, natural resource development, marine transportation, oil field services, and heavy equipment sales, service, and rentals. Our footprint extends across the Calista Region, an expansive area in southwestern Alaska, covering 57,000 square miles. The region is home to 48 permanent and 8 seasonally occupied villages along the Bering Sea coast and two of Alaska’s mighty rivers, the Yukon and Kuskokwim. For over a decade, we have consistently ranked in the top 10 of Alaska Business Monthly’s “Top49 Alaskan-Owned and Alaska-Operated Companies” by gross revenue. As we continue to grow, we are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in our communities and contributing to our ongoing success.