Accountant

the Lynden Family of Companies • Seattle, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Marine Lines is seeking a skilled Accountant to support the financial operations of Alaska Marine Lines and affiliated companies. The Accountant will perform a variety of accounting and analytical functions to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. This role is crucial for financial reporting, reconciliations, period close activities, account analysis, and compliance, all while adhering to established accounting and company procedures. This is a Non-Safety Sensitive position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Accounting related area required
• 1-3 years of accounting work experience
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to meet a regular work schedule.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet schedules/deadlines.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Ability to change focus and job duties in a fast-moving, time-restricted environment.
• PC skills required: Windows, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Must have Excel skills including tables, formulas, pivot tables, and formatting.
• Be able to communicate in terms of accounting terminology, i.e. debits and credits
• Understand how the income statement and balance sheet interact.
• Use of a personal mobile device for essential work tasks such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), accessing Dayforce, and receiving time-sensitive communications.

Nice To Haves

• Transportation experience is a plus.
• CPA or CPA candidate a plus.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Tableau, Fabric or similar are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general accounting tasks related to period closing, which support the preparation of financial statements and managerial reports.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries, using financial and statistical data that must be reviewed, validated, and uploaded into the accounting system.
• Analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections to assist with business planning and decision-making.
• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts, or other business processes with accounting implications, and record necessary transactions to maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform analytical reviews to identify errors and explain variances in financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Review invoices and assign appropriate general ledger coding to ensure proper financial tracking.
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of accounting theory, including an understanding of U.S. GAAP, applying established accounting principles to all relevant tasks and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with the year-end audit by compiling and summarizing financial information required for external review.
• Perform functions related to accounting for intercompany transactions and balances, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation.
• Work directly with the tax department to comprehend and apply property, fuel, and sales tax application and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with department members to learn accounting processes and functions, contributing to a shared understanding of procedures.
• Document work performed and be able to explain the completed tasks, highlighting their importance to business operations.
• Communicate with other departments to gain an understanding of functions, processes, and their impact on company financials.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - medical, dental, and vision with low employee contributions
• Health Insurance for your family – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family
• Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + additional extended leave paid time
• Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in addition to PTO (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• 401(k) with company match + additional annual retirement contribution
• Health and Wellness Program - FitOn
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you
• Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you
• Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement
• Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level