Alaska Wing Bookkeeper
About The Position
The Alaska Wing Bookkeeper works independently to provide bookkeeping support to the Wing on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer for transactions affecting business units at the Wing level and below. The role records financial transactions, prepares reports for supervisors and managers, and maintains financial records to help ensure compliance with Civil Air Patrol and government requirements. Other duties may be assigned and approved by the supervisor within the position’s limitations. CAP members employed as Wing Bookkeepers must not perform volunteer duties while in paid status or serve in a position that presents a conflict of interest or its appearance. The position is full-time, based in Anchorage, Alaska, and typically works 40 hours per week. It reports to the Wing Bookkeeper Manager and requires no travel. Occasional short-notice overtime is required. A comprehensive background check is mandatory. The position does not offer relocation assistance.
Requirements
- Two years of verifiable experience in a bookkeeping position.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to compose non-technical correspondence using strong English-language skills and proper punctuation.
- Knowledge of administrative procedures and practices relating to files.
- Experience operating office equipment.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including poise, tact, and diplomacy.
- Ability to work occasional short-notice overtime.
- Experience with accounting software.
- Experience with a broad range of bookkeeping duties in a computerized environment, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license.
- Successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in business or accounting.
- QuickBooks experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide bookkeeping support to the Wing on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer for transactions affecting business units at the Wing level and below.
- Record financial transactions.
- Prepare reports for supervisors and managers.
- Maintain financial records to help ensure compliance with Civil Air Patrol and government requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned and approved by the supervisor within the limitations established for the position.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid life insurance
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Optional short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Vision insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Accident insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
