Accounting Assistant I

Teck Resources Limited; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teck Resources Limited in Anchorage seeks an Accounting Assistant I to support daily accounting functions for Red Dog Operations. The role covers reception, accounts payable, vendor maintenance, and office support from our Anchorage office, Monday through Friday on-site.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and some accounting knowledge or coursework, plus strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Post-secondary accounting coursework may substitute for experience.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Serve as backup to accounts payable and process invoices with proper approvals.
• Prioritize invoices according to terms and discounts.
• Update vendor information and reconcile statements.
• Maintain files and documentation per policy and practice.
• Support inventory, purchasing of office supplies and reception duties.
• Handle general inquiries and mail/teardown of front desk activities.

Skills

General office

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accounting coursework (3 semesters)

Job description

Location: Anchorage, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena

About our Anchorage Office

Teck's Anchorage office is home to an administrative team supporting our Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest zinc mines, which is operated under an innovative agreement between Teck and landowner NANA, a Regional Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Assistant I is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions necessary to run the reception, accounts payable and provide general office support for the Red Dog Operations - Anchorage.

Position is based in the Anchorage office Monday – Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for serving as backup to accounts payable to assist with invoice processing including ensuring proper approvals and documentation prior to payment, coding, data entry and researching discrepancies
• Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
• Update vendor mailing address and tax information in GenCID as required
• Reconcile vendor statements and researches and corrects discrepancies
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practice
• As backup for Accounts Payable will research and provide documentation for requested accounts payable including vendor inquiries
• Manage the inventory and purchasing of office supplies as well as maintain the copier room
• Receive all general inquiry phone calls in an appropriate business-like manner and redirect calls if required
• Process all incoming and outgoing mail and packages in a timely manner
• Maintain appropriate protocols for guests and others at both the front office door and in the reception area
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience of general office, clerical accounting experience
• Substitution for experience requirement: Post-secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the experience requirement if it includes at least 3 semesters or equivalent hours in accounting
• Experience showing good communication, interpersonal, motivational, and organizational skills
• Computer related experience to include basic knowledge to use Microsoft (MS) MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook
• Proficient writing skills; be highly organized and able to work with minimal guidance
• Task oriented, self-motivated and have the inherent ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and work as a team-player
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills. The ability to be at work consistently, predictably, and independently
• Ability to adhere to confidentiality standards
• Observance of a level of personal hygiene/appearance that meets generally accepted business standards and expectations
• Sufficient language skills to read and comprehend basic instructions, short correspondence, and memos, write simple correspondence, and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations

Working Conditions:

• Access: Anchorage Office
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Accounting Assistant I role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requisition ID: 54327 | Job Category: Finance| Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Anchorage | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site