Assistant Corporate Controller

COLASKA INC; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer matching & company3

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Hybrid schedule

Team sports events

Job summary

Colaska Inc. in Anchorage seeks an experienced Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller to lead the financial function and become a future financial leader.

The role offers a defined career path, competitive compensation, and robust benefits. The position provides work-life balance with substantial PTO/holidays, a 401K program with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, and potential for winter hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; 7+ years accounting experience.
• Construction industry accounting experience including WIP reporting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS including revenue recognition and lease accounting.
• Experience managing a small team; CPA/CMA certification preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with JDE, Sage, Timberline a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track cash position and assist in cash forecasting and reporting of net financial position.
• Prepare, review and analyze financial information to ensure integrity is maintained.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes with journal entries, reconciliations and consolidated IFRS & GAAP reporting.
• Supervise accounting staff
• Assist with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting
• Prepare tax worksheets and support schedules
• Participate in audits
• Maintain internal control procedures
• Support Colas ethics and business principles
• Ad hoc projects and reporting as needed.

Skills

GAAP & IFRS knowledge

Team management

Microsoft Excel (intermediate)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA/CMA certification preferred

7+ years accounting experience

Tools

JDE

Sage

Timberline

MS Office Suite

Job description

Colaska Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, is a leader in road construction and construction materials manufacturing and sales throughout the state of Alaska. Colaska joined the Colas USA Family of Companies in 1999, after the acquisition of SECON (South East Alaska Construction), and through the acquisition of multiple companies has grown to become the premier group of construction companies in the state of Alaska. To learn more about Colaska visit www.colaska.com.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

The Colaska team is committed to the well-being of our employees, through compensation, work-life balance, benefits, and career development. We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller in our Anchorage office who aspires to be a future financial leader.

Employment Highlights

• Compensation range of $120-$140k annually, plus discretionary annual bonus
• Work-Life balance 20 days PTO, 11 paid holidays annually and various leave work early days
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision with affordable employee share of premiums, and company provided disability and life insurance
• 401K with 4% employer matching and special 2% company contributions
• This position has a defined career path
• Tuition reimbursement
• Potential for winter hybrid work schedule
• Other perks such as Colas International hockey, running, soccer & talent competitions

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Track & analyze cash position, assist in cash forecasting and reporting of net financial position
• Prepare, review and analyze financial information to ensure integrity is maintained
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Responsible for preparations of journal entries, reconciliations and consolidated IFRS & GAAP financial reporting package to parent company
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Assist with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting
• Prepare tax worksheets and support schedules
• Participate in external and internal audits as required
• Work closely with operational personnel to achieve company objectives in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, Colas internal policies and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and develop internal control procedures
• Uphold Colas ethics and business principles
• Ad hoc projects and reporting as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in accounting, finance or other applicable degree. At least 7 years of accounting work experience is acceptable for this position.
• Construction industry accounting experience including WIP reporting
• Strong knowledge of both GAAP and IFRS including revenue recognition and lease accounting standards
• Previous experience managing a small team.
• Ideal candidate will have CPA and/or CMA certification.
• Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to prioritize and follow-up on multiple concurrent tasks
• Must possess excellent skills with Microsoft Windows and MS Office Suite, particularly Outlook and Excel (intermediate level). Experience with JDE, Sage, Timberline, or other enterprise construction industry software a plus
• Highly motivated, positive, professional, organized, detail oriented, and an effective communicator

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. For Details On The Specifics Of This Commitment, Please Click Here To View The EEO Document. If You Are An Individual With a Disability And Require a Reasonable Accommodation To

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to [e-mail].