Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantCompany: COLASKAJob Location: ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, USAType of Contract: RegularSubsidiary: COLASKA Colaska Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, is a leader in road construction and construction materials manufacturing and sales throughout the state of Alaska. Colaska joined the Colas USA Family of Companies in 1999, after the acquisition of SECON (South East Alaska Construction), and through the acquisition of multiple companies has grown to become the premier group of construction companies in the state of Alaska.Job Summary The Colaska team is committed to the well-being of our employees through compensation, work-life balance, benefits, and career development. We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join the team who will work in our Anchorage office. The Staff Accountant position is responsible for preparing and recording journal entries, account reconciliations and detailed reports. Join a dynamic team that will also assist with month end close, audits and special projects. This position will work under the supervision of the Assistant Corporate Controller. For candidates with the appropriate combination of education, experience, and demonstrated performance, this position may have the opportunity to progress into a Senior Accountant role.Main Responsibilities & Essential DutiesDaily tracking and analysis of cash positionInvolvement with developing weekly cash forecastsMaintenance of new supplier and customer filesFixed asset accounting and reconciliationLease accounting and reconciliationBanking and balance sheet reconciliationComplete monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities alongside Assistant Controller to include journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reportingPrepare, review, and analyze financial information to ensure integrityParticipate in external and internal audits, as required.1099-MISC and fuel tax reportingAd hoc projects and additional financial reporting as needed.Education & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other applicable fieldAt least 2 years of accounting work experience, preferably in the construction/manufacturing industries.Knowledge of GAAP including Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting standardsCapability to easily use Microsoft Windows and MS Office suite, particularly Outlook and Excel (intermediate level).Experience with JDE, Sage, Timberline, or other enterprise construction industry software is a plusHighly motivated, positive, professional, organized, diligent, and an effective communicatorCompany Perks Compensation range of (DOE) $80,000+, plus discretionary annual bonus. Work-Life balance – PTO and 11 paid holidays annually. Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision with affordable employee share of premiums, and company provided disability and life insurance. 401K with 4% employer matching and Special 2% company contributions. Tuition reimbursement.Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer.