Benefit Accountant I

Calista Corporation; United States; Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Calista Corporation is seeking a Benefit Accountant for a temporary assignment through March 31, 2027. The role focuses on reconciling corporate and subsidiary group benefits GL accounts and coordinating with HR Benefits on coverage discrepancies.

The position supports annual audits, prepares schedules, and develops SOPs while maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced office environment in Alaska.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
• Intermediate MS Office Suite and Excel skills required.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, reference, and credit check.

Aufgaben

• Reconcile Payroll employee benefits to Accounts Payable supplier payments.
• Reconcile group benefits GL account balances to Payroll detail and HR Benefits supplier payments.
• Work with outside audit firm annually during financial statement and 401k audit by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation, process narratives, etc.
• Develop SOPs for related processes and procedures.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Accounting knowledge

Benefits deductions

Data processing

Financial reporting

Computing proficiency

Reporting

Ausbildung

Associate degree or B.S. in accounting

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

MS Office Suite

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Calista Corporation Temporary JOB SUMMARY

The Benefit Accountant will reconcile Corporate and all subsidiaries group benefits General Ledger (GL) accounts. This position will coordinate with HR Benefits when discrepancies are found in employee benefit coverage elections during the reconciliation process. This is a temporary position, through March 31, 2027.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reconcile Payroll employee benefits to Accounts Payable supplier payments.
• Reconcile group benefits GL account balances to Payroll detail and HR Benefits supplier payments.
• Work with outside audit firm annually during financial statement and 401k audit by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation, process narratives, etc.
• Develop SOPs for related processes and procedures.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong working knowledge of basic accounting and GL principles and practices, and ability to perform related tasks.
• General knowledge of and experience with benefit deductions and contributions.
• Ability to process a high volume of data with accuracy and meet various deadlines.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• 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.
• Ability to create, navigate, and troubleshoot Excel spreadsheets independently, including working knowledge of intermediate formulas.
• Ability to write and understand routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to read and understand contracts and agreements.
• Ability to multi-task when other duties are assigned.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as employee handbooks, and Company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
• Intermediate working knowledge in MS Office Suite and Excel programs required.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, reference, and credit check.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Calista has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. Occasional overtime in preparing for or during audits may be necessary. 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 "Top 49 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.