Accounting Manager

Job Summary The Accounting Manager position is responsible for providing strategic direction, coordination, and management of the company's accounting functions. This position supervises all accounting functions including payroll, tax, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and fixed assets. This position is essential in ensuring critical compliance requirements are met and report on the financial health of Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol Industries) but also is a key service provider to employees and managers. Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region. Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth. Essential Functions - Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management. - Ensure financial accuracy across all company operations and maintain compliance with legal and regulatory standards. - Prepare financial reports, periodic activity updates, and annual budget proposals for senior management. - Maintain Compliance with regulatory agencies – including SBA and DCAA - Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support strategic decision‑making. - Manage and mentor accounting staff, delegating tasks and ensuring high performance. - Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. - Manage cash, including the management of bank accounts and access via the bank system portal. - Oversee payroll and business tax registration and compliances, managing complex multi-state tax issues, ensuring accurate collection and remittance of state and local taxes. - Develop the annual accounting budget and track adherence to budget. - Oversee annual audit preparations and completion. - Complete annual 8(a) update submittals, DCAA Incurred Cost Proposals (ICE schedules), SAM data requests, 941 to GL reconciliation, and profit-sharing contribution reconciliation/payment. - Facilitate annual insurance renewals. - Demonstrate strong leadership & team-building skills, developing and mentoring accounting staff. This includes setting performance goals, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment. - Continually review systems, workflows, process and staffing to ensure operational efficiencies and accuracy of data. - Meet deadlines – both internal and external. - Other duties as assigned.  Competencies - Knowledge of GAAP, job cost, and government accounting. - Knowledge of DCAA requirements, including FAR 31 and ICE schedules. - Skilled in Excel and report writing. - Knowledge of general finance, treasury, forecasting, and budgeting. - Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe products - Skilled in data evaluation, statistical compilation, and report generation. - Skilled in financial result consolidation, reporting, and implementation of accounting procedures. - Knowledge working with multiple types of accounting and other financial systems, leveraging processes, workflows, and employee talent to maximize efficiency. - Skilled in collaboration with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment. - Ability to be highly proactive and planful, with a proven track record in successful transformation projects. - Skilled in verbal and written communication. - Ability to pay attention to detail. - Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform well under stress. - Knowledge of the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) program. Required Education and Experience - BA/BBA/BS in business, accounting, or finance. - Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in corporate accounting/finance and 3 years in a management role. - Minimum of 3 years working for a government contractor, preferably with a focus in construction. - Experience with Alaska Native Corporations. - Valid driver’s license.  Preferred Education and Experience - CPA, CMA, or CFMA certification. - Experience with Unanet GovCon ERP - Experience with UKG Pro  Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout. - Position may be subject to a variety of physical conditions – proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. - Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions – fumes, odors, dusts, mist, gases, or poor ventilation. - Position may be subject to close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.  Physical Qualifications The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions. - Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms. - Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform the above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading. - Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Benefits Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment. Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638. Disclaimer This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at-will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.