SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - Anchorage

Vacancy Name

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - Anchorage

Vacancy No

VN908

Employment Type

Full Time Exempt

Location

Anchorage-Central Office

Salary Range

$60,673-$82,430 DOE

Salary Period

Annual

Benefits

As a full time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in the benefit programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment.

Job Details

*This position may be adjusted to Accountant depending on education and/or experience.

JOB SUMMARY: A key contributor to the organization's financial operations, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and nonprofit requirements. Works closely with the Accounting Manager, providing technical accounting expertise, supporting audit readiness, and helping strengthen financial processes across a complex, multi-program organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Reporting & General Ledger • Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy

• Perform monthly and year-end close tasks, including reconciliations and variance analysis
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting across multiple programs and funding sources

Account Reconciliations & Analysis • Perform detailed balance sheet and account reconciliations

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies or unusual variances
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making

Compliance & Audit Support • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and nonprofit regulations

• Assist with preparation for annual audits, including schedules and documentation
• Support grant accounting by tracking expenditures and ensuring compliance with funding requirements

Process Improvement & Controls • Support the development and maintenance of strong internal controls

• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Assist in maintaining accurate documentation of accounting procedures

Collaboration & Support • Partner with program staff and internal teams to ensure accurate financial tracking

• Provide guidance and support to accounting staff as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative, accountable, and mission-focused team environment

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or hours vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REQUIRED EDUCATION: • Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3-5+ years of professional accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.
• Employees are expected to remain alert, attentive, and fully engaged in their responsibilities during all working hours. Sleeping while on duty is strictly prohibited.
• Proven ability and willingness to be self-directed in problem solving and decision-making and perform basic assignments with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated intermediate level of computer skills necessary to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment

• CPA or progress toward certification
• Experience working with multi-program or multi-entity organizations
• Familiarity with ERP or financial systems
• Experience with Sage Intacct, payroll processing systems, and Sage People is highly valued.

BENEFITS:

As a full time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in our competitive benefits programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment, including but not limited to: • Medical, Dental & Vision

• Life & Supplemental Insurance
• 401K/Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Account/Health & Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 20 days (160 hours) of accrued Paid Time Of…