Accounting/Finance - Accountant III

Senior Accountant
Location: Anchorage, Alaska | On-site 

ARC Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to support a Fortune 500 client in the Fuels Distribution business during a system transition and integration project. This is a 12-month contract opportunity based in Anchorage, Alaska . The ideal candidate combines strong general ledger and inventory accounting expertise with hands-on experience in process design and ERP system integration , particularly in operational systems transitioning from Ascend to Vertrax integrated with Oracle .

This role emphasizes month-end close, inventory accuracy, accrual management, intercompany reconciliation, and tax compliance , with AP and AR functions outsourced. The Senior Accountant will ensure GL integrity, accurate system mapping, and seamless process flows across multiple systems .

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute monthly close in accordance with the fuels business closing calendar.

• Prepare and post recurring and ad hoc journal entries , including inventory accruals, intercompany transactions, deferred drydock, lease, and prepaid amortizations.

• Perform GL reconciliations for inventory, clearing, accruals, prepaids, and bank accounts.

• Validate data feeds from Ascend and Vertrax into Oracle , ensuring mapping accuracy and resolving suspense postings.

• Partner with operations and IT teams to support system transition activities, including testing, reconciliation, and process documentation.

• Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations.

• Manage PO accruals and reversals , ensuring proper cut-off and cost recognition.

• Prepare and review intercompany transactions , ensuring balance and accuracy across entities.

• Support Form 730 fuel tax filings , ensuring accurate and compliant reporting.

• Produce monthly terminal and cost center reports , distributing to finance and operational leadership.

• Identify and implement process improvements in closing, data mapping, and reporting flows between systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance .

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience ; experience in fuel distribution, logistics, or marine operations preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with ERP integrations , ideally Ascend to Vertrax and Oracle .

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fuel excise tax (Form 730) .

• Proven ability to analyze process flows, reconcile complex data, and resolve mapping discrepancies .

• Exceptional attention to detail , organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.