Job Summary
The Chief Accountant will serve as the Deputy Controller, overseeing a comprehensive range of intricate accounting tasks. This role necessitates a strong grasp of technical and financial principles, along with supervisory and management capabilities to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage a wide array of complex accounting functions.
- Conduct reconciliations and oversee both internal and external financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and standards.
- Collaborate with banks, vendors, auditors, and other professional organizations.
- Assist in the supervision and management of the accounting department.
Qualifications
- A CPA designation is preferred along with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
- Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and financial practices.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Experience in managing relationships with stakeholders and external agencies.
Fairbanks North Star Borough provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
