Sr. Accountant

Crowley Maritime Corporation • Anchorage, AK

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do. By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration. To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing complex financial data, identifying trends and root causes.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Advanced financial analysis and variances analysis skills.
• Cost Accounting knowledge and operational finance expertise.
• Advanced microsoft Excel Skills
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms
• Exceptional ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and determine root causes.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Ability to connect financial results to operational activities and business drivers.
• Ability to manage large datasets and provide meaningful insights.
• Self-starter who works independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, or Advanced accounting certification preferred.
• Strong cost accounting experience preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple business segments, locations, or lines of business preferred.
• Experience in a complex corporate environment is preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate variances, and provide detailed explanations to management.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Analyze direct and indirect costs across multiple locations.
• Ensure revenue, inventory and cost of goods sold are accurately reflected in the financial statements.
• Partner with operations, project teams, and business leaders to understand financial results and support decision making.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost management initiatives.
• Perform detailed financial and operational analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Evaluate expenditures to ensure proper recognition with US GAAP.
• Develop meaningful variance analysis and provide executive-level explanations for financial fluctuations.
• Evaluate large volumes of financial data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support management with ad hoc analyses, modeling, and business case development.
• Identify key performance indicators and monitor financial and operational performance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve controls, and increase efficiency.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives and automation efforts.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies, system issues, data inconsistencies, and process breakdowns promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions.
• Document processes and maintain strong internal controls.
• Work closely with Accounting, Operations, FP&A, and other business stakeholders.
• Provide financial guidance and accounting support for strategic initiatives and operational activities.
• Build strong working relationships across multiple business segments and corporate functions.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Participate as a subject matter expert for project initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts

What This Job Offers

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