Bookeeper (Accounting/Finance)

Future Elder (Fe) is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Tech to manage day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, payroll processing, and financial reporting coordination. This role works closely with Future Elder’s CEO, contracted CPAs, and our Accounting Assistant to keep our books accurate, ensure the billing cycle stays on track, and ensure that our financial practices are compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This is a great fit for someone who is organized, discreet with sensitive financial information, and comfortable owning the full accounting cycle for a growing company.

Future Elder is an Alaska Native and woman-owned full-service brand marketing and communications firm headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, providing expertise to local and national clients across a wide variety of industries, with key areas of focus in health, cultural communications, and social justice.

We strive to create a work environment that fosters long-term relationships with employees who have a passion for customer service. We believe in the fair and ethical treatment of employees, clients, and partners and demonstrate social responsibility in our community. Sense of respect and responsibility for the health and well-being of the company, colleagues, clients, and the community

Commitment to Community - Our communities are reflections of who we are. We show our gratitude and respect to community by actively participating and lending our time, talents, skills, and abilities to others.

Nothing About Us Without Us - We are guided by underrepresented voices, especially those of Indigenous Peoples, to make meaningful connections and authentically share the truth about their experiences.

Creative Rooted in Insight - Our creative is informed by research, data, best practices, and people.

Self-determination - We are independent thinkers who, as a team, hold each other accountable to strive for the very best in business and community.

Future Elder (Fe) is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Tech to manage day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, payroll processing, and financial reporting coordination. This role works closely with Future Elder’s CEO, contracted CPAs, and our Accounting Assistant to keep our books accurate, ensure the billing cycle stays on track, and ensure that our financial practices are compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This is a great fit for someone who is organized, discreet with sensitive financial information, and comfortable owning the full accounting cycle for a growing company.

Future Elder is an Alaska Native and woman-owned full-service brand marketing and communications firm headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, providing expertise to local and national clients across a wide variety of industries, with key areas of focus in health, cultural communications, and social justice.

We strive to create a work environment that fosters long-term relationships with employees who have a passion for customer service. We believe in the fair and ethical treatment of employees, clients, and partners and demonstrate social responsibility in our community. Sense of respect and responsibility for the health and well-being of the company, colleagues, clients, and the community

Commitment to Community - Our communities are reflections of who we are. We show our gratitude and respect to community by actively participating and lending our time, talents, skills, and abilities to others.

Nothing About Us Without Us - We are guided by underrepresented voices, especially those of Indigenous Peoples, to make meaningful connections and authentically share the truth about their experiences.

Creative Rooted in Insight - Our creative is informed by research, data, best practices, and people.

Self-determination - We are independent thinkers who, as a team, hold each other accountable to strive for the very best in business and community.

Record transactions in the appropriate company account ledgers using our project/financial management software, Workamajig.

Review account ledgers for accuracy and correct errors, such as duplications or typos.

Reconcile accounts by comparing bank information to internal records.

Pull and share basic financial documents with the CEO and CPAs, including income statements, profit and loss (P&L) statements, and totals by account.

Organize receipts, invoices, and physical copies of financial documents.

Issue quarterly tax payments.

Administer payroll: calculate wages, handle tax deductions, and maintain compliance.

Maintain compliance with financial reporting regulations, such as GAAP.

Issue customer invoices, track incoming payments, process vendor bills, and disburse payments.

Manage all accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), including:

Planning for and issuing vendor payments

Generating billing invoices

Maintaining retainers and providing analyses as requested

Reconciling all debit and credit accounts in Workamajig

Coordinate with CPA offices on quarterly financials and annual taxes.

Complete monthly reports at the end of each billing cycle using established templates and schedules.

Regularly audit general ledger accounts and financial statements for accuracy.

Process and issue payroll through our online payroll platform, Rippling; Post journal entries to the general ledger.

Manage the monthly billing cycle, including all worksheet changes, and keep client services informed of billing issues.

Organize and appropriately label all accounting files on the server.

Collaborate with our Accounting Assistant on media billing and client/vendor communication.

Work with upper management to implement changes to billing and payables practices.

Coordinate with the CEO on banking, loan applications and management, file management, report distribution, and investigation.

Follow GAAP policies and procedures and help manage best practices for the business.

Send weekly financial status updates to CEO using established templates.

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.

2+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar full-cycle finance role; Familiarity with Workamajig or similar project/financial management software preferred.

Experience processing payroll through Rippling or a comparable payroll platform.

Solid working knowledge of GAAP and standard financial reporting practices.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across a monthly billing cycle.

Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential financial and payroll information.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

Paid holidays

Hybrid schedule that includes working days in and out of the office