Department: Accounting
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: DOE
Supervisor: Chief Accountant/Controller

Job Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting in maintaining the accounting systems while working with the Controller to ensure that policies and procedures are implemented and complied with. The Senior Accountant must be able to perform a variety of accounting tasks with minimal oversight & supervision, work on multiple projects simultaneously, be detail-oriented, and meet deadlines. The position works in concert with and under the supervision of the Chief Accountant/Controller; however, the incumbent is expected to bring a full skill-set allowing them to operate independently in carrying out duties and functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Help maintain electronic files for all Federal and State Grants
Assist Controller in monthly closing of financial books and financial audits
Process and maintain the records of all journal entries
Process monthly Indirect Cost journal entries for all funds
Reconcile and maintain monthly bank statements of all accounts
Verify correct coding and approve requests for payment
Liaison with vendors and funding agencies as required
Supervise accounting staff
Act as the department head in absence of the Chief Accountant
Other duties as directed by the Controller

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent
BA/BS degree preferred – may be substituted for accounting experience & 5 years of grant budgeting and reporting. Knowledge and familiarity with governmental accounting software.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Word and Excel
Good public speaking skills for regular communication with Directors
Must maintain a high level of professionalism
Ability to keep accurate records and reports
Must understand and be committed to confidentiality
Must be able to work cooperatively and with sensitivity with people from a broad range of backgrounds and experience

Working Conditions: The position requires constant, high performance in a fast-paced environment serving multiple organization elements with exemplary customer service.

Orutsararmiut Native Council exercises Alaskan Native/American Indian Preference under Public Law 93-638, Section 7(b). In the absence of any suitably qualified Indian applicant, all other applicants will receive equal opportunity for consideration of employment.

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