Assistant Controller: GAAP, Tax & Controls | Growth Path

AltaGas; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ENSTAR is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our Accounting team in Anchorage, Alaska. You will report to the VP Finance and oversee gas accounting, high-level calculations, and general ledger activity to support TSU.

You will lead reconciliations, assist with tax provisions, coordinate audits, and strengthen internal controls while mentoring staff. A CPA is preferred with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible work experience.
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of leadership experience.
• Experience preparing financial reports in accordance with GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing gas accounting functions, including high-level calculations and recording of costs to the general ledger.
• Provide support for filing of GCA and rate cases.
• Prepare income tax provisions and schedules; work with TSU tax consultant as needed.
• Prepare financial reports for internal use and TSU.
• Prepare account reconciliations and work with staff to resolve items.
• Collaborate with auditors; review audits and recommend improvements.
• Establish and maintain internal controls; review processes for improvement.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Internal controls

Audits coordination

Tax provisions

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

General ledger systems

Accounting software

Job description

ENSTAR is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our Accounting team in Anchorage, Alaska. You will report to the VP Finance and oversee gas accounting, high-level calculations, and general ledger activity to support TSU.

You will lead reconciliations, assist with tax provisions, coordinate audits, and strengthen internal controls while mentoring staff. A CPA is preferred with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience.