Telecom Finance Controller: GAAP, SOX, Telco Analytics

Alaska Communications Systems Holdings, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Communications Systems Holdings, Inc. seeks a Telecom Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and analysis for a telecommunications provider.

This role ensures accurate telecom asset accounting, including IRUs, dark fiber, and leased facilities. The position focuses on GAAP compliance, SOX controls, and collaboration with audit teams, operations, and revenue teams to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• Eight years of progressive accounting experience and three years in a supervisory role.
• Telecommunications industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with SOX compliance, external audits, and financial reporting.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and ERP system experience (Workday).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Access, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules.
• Assist in preparation of GAAP financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support external and regulatory audit requirements.
• Coordinate consolidation activities and intercompany accounting.
• Oversee accounting for fiber networks, IRUs, dark fiber, and network capital projects.
• Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of network assets.
• Support ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 360 and related telecom accounting analyses.
• Assist with design, implementation, and monitoring of SOX controls.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures; support risk assessments and control documentation.
• Review revenue recognition for telecom services and ensure revenue accuracy.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Acumen

Telco Processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Access

Outlook

Job description

Alaska Communications Systems Holdings, Inc. seeks a Telecom Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and analysis for a telecommunications provider.

This role ensures accurate telecom asset accounting, including IRUs, dark fiber, and leased facilities. The position focuses on GAAP compliance, SOX controls, and collaboration with audit teams, operations, and revenue teams to ensure accurate