Description
Staff Accountant (Anchorage Main Office)Alaska Rent A Car, Inc. DBA AVIS
Alaska Rent A Car, Inc. (an AVIS System Licensee) is looking to hire a full-time Staff Accountant for our Anchorage Main Office location. We're a local, employee-owned company that has served Alaska for 70 years. We're passionate about supporting our employees and offering internal growth opportunities.
A Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, assisting with audits, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.ย
ย Essential Duties:
Assist the Controller, Assistant Controller, and CFO in leading accounting functions.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
Monitor and lead the month end and year end closing processes as well as develop improvements in key steps of the financial reporting calendar.
Maintain the chart of accounts.
Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
Perform monthly reconciliations
Assist in preparing financial budgets and forecasts
Audit accounts payable invoices and credit card charges, and assist in weekly check run
Responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly taxes, overseeing the preparation and accuracy of quarterly reporting for the accounting department.
Assist in preparation of external audits.
Perform related duties, as assigned.
ย Benefits Include:
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Med/Den/Vision (FT over 30 hrs only)
Paid holidays (FT over 30 hrs only)
PTO
ESOP (retirement paid 100% by our company)
ABOUT ALASKA RENT A CAR, INC. DBA AVIS:
AVIS Alaska Rent-A-Car has been in business for over 70 years. We pride ourselves on a welcoming and inclusive culture. We are a team with a strong work ethic and a desire to provide the best customer service statewide. As a company, we see every employee as a team member, which is integral to the success of our business.
Requirements
Qualifications include:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
2-4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
High level of efficiency and accuracy
Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Experience in MS Office, accounting software and databases.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.