Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Auditing, Budgeting, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Cash Flow, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Code of Federal Regulations, Compensation and Benefits, Cost Accounting, Cost Allocation, Documentation Standards, External Audit, Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Fund Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government, International Health, Land Development, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Nonprofit, People Management, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Public Accounting, Reporting Skills, Restricted Funds, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Trial Balances, Variance Analysis
ABOUT US:
Chugach Alaska Corporation (Chugach) is an Alaska Native Corporation committed to sustainable profitability, celebration of our heritage and responsible ownership of our lands. Formed in 1972 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), Chugach is dedicated to the advancement of our people through meaningful economic and cultural shareholder programs and benefits, retaining our traditional lands and cultural heritage and participating in the economy. This purpose has led us to create a balanced portfolio of business enterprises, financial investments, and land development projects capable of generating prosperity for current and future shareholders. Our family of companies operate in the government, energy, and facilities service industries, with more than 4,500 employees across 150 locations and six countries. As an Employer of Choice, we offer competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and more.
CHUGACH'S EXPECTED BEHAVIORS
Chugach is looking for people who believe that the following behaviors are fundamental to any job:
Doing things the right way
Creating meaningful value
Empowering people
Building community
Leaving things better than you found them
JOB SUMMARY
The Accounting Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations for the shared nonprofit services team. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial activities in accordance with GAAP, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), grant requirements, and internal policies.
The position supervises accounting staff, reviews accounting work, oversees month-end close and financial reporting, maintains internal controls, and supports audit and compliance activities across multiple nonprofit entities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Supervision & Oversight
- Supervises accounting staff.
- Assigns, reviews, and approves accounting work for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensures adherence to internal controls, processes, and documentation standards.
Accounting Operations
- Oversees accounting operations across multiple nonprofit entities.
- Manages month-end and year-end close.
- Ensures timely completion of close tasks and resolution of discrepancies.
- Supports accounting system configuration, setup, and maintenance.
- Provides backup coverage to ensure continuity of accounting operations.
- Develops, updates, and maintains accounting policies and procedures.
- Identifies and implements process improvements across systems and workflows.
- Overseas health and welfare benefit set up.
Financial and Grant Reporting
- Reviews monthly trial balances.
- Oversees grant accounting, cost allocations, and tracking donor restricted funds.
- Ensures compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and grant requirements.
- Prepare internal reports for leadership decision-making.
- Prepares and/or reviews monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including net asset classifications.
Budget
- Works with entity leadership to support the annual and mid-year budget process.
- Performs monthly budget variance analysis.
Audit
- Leads audit preparation for external and Single Audits, including coordinating auditor requests, preparing supporting schedules, reviewing proposed adjustments, and supporting financial statement preparation.
Other Duties
- Supports accounting system administration, including user access, report development, and workflow configuration.
- Supports cash flow forecasting.
- Supports grant reporting and initiatives of Chugach Alaska Corporation
- Supports internal reporting needs through the preparation and distribution of financial information.
- Other duties, as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
MANDATORY:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit, grant-funded, or multi-entity environment
- Supervisory experience
- Experience with audit and Single audits
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, including ASC Topic 958
PREFERRED:
- Master's or other advanced degree in accounting, finance or related field
- Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
- Public accounting experience
- CPA or CPA candidate
- Experience with MIP Fund Accounting, Microix, and Key Navigator
Preference shall be given to eligible and qualified Chugach shareholders, descendants, spouses and shareholders of other Alaska Native Corporations. Chugach makes every effort to recruit, employ, retain and promote qualified shareholders. Chugach is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law.