Assistant Controller (Anchorage)

ENSTAR Natural Gas Company•Anchorage, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ENSTAR is on a mission to deliver safe and reliable natural gas to Alaskans. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team. As an Assistant Controller, you will play an essential role within our Accounting department, reporting to the VP Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible work experience.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of leadership experience.
Experience preparing financial reports in accordance with GAAP.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accounting (CPA) preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Good working knowledge of various personal computer business software applications presently used by ENSTAR.
Ability to learn new systems or software packages as necessary.

Responsibilities

Manage ongoing gas accounting functions, including the performance of high-level calculations and analysis and recording of costs to the general ledger.
Provide support for the filing of GCA and rate cases.
Manage and assist in preparing income tax provisions and schedules.
Work with TriSummit Utilities (TSU) income tax consultant when needed.
Prepare financial reports for internal use and TSU.
Prepare account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Work with staff to research and correct any reconciliation items.
Work with internal and external auditors to provide information and answer questions.
Review results of audits and make recommendations regarding implementation of changes.
Assist in establishing and maintaining internal controls.
Ensure ENSTAR's internal control procedures and financial processes are followed.
Periodically review internal controls and financial processes for improvement.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
Serve as key resource for technical accounting research.
Research accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.