Alaska Marine Lines is looking for a skilled Accountant to support the financial operations of Alaska Marine Lines and affiliated companies. The Accountant performs a variety of accounting and analytical functions that ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. This role plays a key part in financial reporting, reconciliations, period close activities, account analysis, and compliance while following established accounting and company procedures. This is a Non-Safety Sensitive position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
- Carry out general accounting tasks related to period closing, which support the preparation of financial statements and managerial reports.
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries. This involves using financial and statistical data, which must be reviewed, validated, and uploaded into the accounting system.
- Analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections to assist with business planning and decision-making.
- Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts, or other business processes with accounting implications, and record necessary transactions to maintain accurate financial records.
- Perform analytical reviews to identify errors and explain variances in financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Review invoices and assign appropriate general ledger coding to ensure proper financial tracking.
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of accounting theory, including an understanding of U.S. GAAP. This involves applying established accounting principles to all relevant tasks and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assist with the year-end audit by compiling and summarizing financial information required for external review.
- Perform functions related to accounting for intercompany transactions and balances, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation.
- Work directly with the tax department to comprehend and apply property, fuel, and sales tax application and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with department members to learn accounting processes and functions, contributing to a shared understanding of procedures.
- Document work performed and be able to explain the completed tasks, highlighting their importance to business operations.
- Communicate with other departments to gain an understanding of functions, processes, and their impact on company financials.
Benefits You Can Look Forward To:
- Health Insurance - medical, dental, and vision with low employee contributions
- HealthInsuranceforyourfamily – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family
- Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + additional extended leave paid time
- Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in addition to PTO (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
- 401(k) with company match + additional annual retirement contribution
- Health and Wellness Program - FitOn
- TuitionReimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you
- Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you
- Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement
- Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical demands in the work environment.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Accounting related area required, along with 1-3 years of accounting work experience. Transportation experience is a plus. CPA or CPA candidate a plus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
- Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Ability to change focus and job duties in a fast-moving, time-restricted environment.
- PC skills required: Windows, PowerPoint, Outlook. Must have Excel skills including tables, formulas, pivot tables, and formatting. Experience with data analytics tools such as Tableau, Fabric or similar are a plus.
- Be able to communicate in terms of accounting terminology, i.e. debits and credits
- Understand how the income statement and balance sheet interact.
- Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.
*Compensation depends on skills and experience