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Job Description

At Alaska Gear Company, we work hard and play hard—designing and building high-quality gear for outdoor work and adventure in extreme environments.

Our mission is simple: together, we’re building a worldwide, Alaska-based outdoor equipment company. We’re a growing team of down-to-earth people who love the outdoors and take pride in creating strong, reliable products for backcountry adventurers.

As we continue to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for an Finance and Accounting Manager to join our team. This position will work out of our Anchorage office after an initial training/probationary period at our Palmer facility. The ideal applicant will be detail-oriented, hardworking, and have experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversees Accounting operations to include AP, AR, Payroll, GL, and Treasury
• Oversees the system of Accounting internal controls and processes to minimize risk
• Responsible for deposits, petty cash, and updating the general ledger
• Process payroll including taxes, deductions, benefits, multi-state and year-end reporting
• Maintain accounts receivable to include collections and preparing monthly statements
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial statements
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules
• Prepare budget variance reports
• Supervise accounting staff and coordinate work with other departments
• Serves as a backup to other staff in Shared Services
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Business Administration required
• Five years or more of related experience required
• Working knowledge of payroll laws and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft products as well as Quickbooks Online, Bill.com, or other accounting software.
• Self-disciplined, High attention to detail, and strong organizational skills

Compensation and Benefits:
• Salary DOE
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (following 90 days of employment)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Great Employee Discounts
• Free Employee Product Rentals
• Casual Work Environment

Our Accounting Department is a critical part of what keeps Alaska Gear Company up and running. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy working with financial data, and take pride in ensuring accuracy while supporting sound business decisions, we encourage you to submit an application online for consideration.

Important Information:
All applications MUST be submitted online, and only complete applications will be considered! Hard copy, emailed, or telephonic applications will not be accepted.

Check out our website, YouTube, and social media to see all we have going on!

EEO STATEMENT
Alaska Gear Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, please call 1-907-331-0381.