Benefit Accountant I

Calista Corporation • Anchorage, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Benefit Accountant I will reconcile Corporate and all subsidiaries group benefits General Ledger (GL) accounts. This position will coordinate with HR Benefits when discrepancies are found in employee benefit coverage elections during the reconciliation process. This is a temporary position expected to last three months.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of basic accounting and GL principles and practices, and ability to perform related tasks.
• General knowledge of and experience with benefit deductions and contributions.
• Ability to process a high volume of data with accuracy and meet various deadlines.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with employees, business partners, and clients via written and verbal communication methods.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in computerized accounting systems and knowledge of company-specific software.
• Proficiency in standard computer software, application programs and E-mail.
• Ability to create, navigate, and troubleshoot Excel spreadsheets independently, including working knowledge of intermediate formulas.
• Ability to write and understand routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to read and understand contracts and agreements.
• Ability to multi-task when other duties are assigned.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as employee handbooks, and Company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Intermediate working knowledge in MS Office Suite and Excel programs required.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, reference, and credit check.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile Payroll employee benefits to Accounts Payable supplier payments.
• Reconcile group benefits GL account balances to Payroll detail and HR Benefits supplier payments.
• Work with outside audit firm annually during financial statement and 401k audit by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation, process narratives, etc.
• Develop SOPs for related processes and procedures.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree