Insurance Accountant jobs in Fairbanks, AK

We currently have an exciting opportunity at Northern Star (Pogo) LLC for an experienced and motivated accountant. Work location is based at Pogo Mine, Fairbanks Office. This position works a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day and is fixed term (approximately 15-months).

The Accountant reports to the Finance Controller, and the primary role is to manage the financial reporting requirements for the Company, within the Finance Department.

What are we looking for?

You'll be a resourceful and self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will display behavior consistent with our Northern Star Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results, looking to work with the business for the long term and be an integral part in its future growth and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information;

Prepare fixed asset sub-ledger; Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system;

Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts, and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed;

Reconcile the balance in the fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger;

Calculate depreciation for all fixed assets;

Calculate asset retirement obligations for those fixed assets to which AROs are applicable;

Investigate the potential obsolescence of fixed assets

Conduct periodic physical counts of fixed assets;

Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries;

Prepare monthly journal entries;

File and maintain all journal entries for internal and audit purposes;

Prepare monthly Sub-ledger, Balance Sheet, and Bank Reconciliations; 

Prepare and or review bonus plan payments;

Coordinate and conduct monthly cost review meetings;

Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions;

Prepare quarterly state and federal tax reporting;

Prepare data requests for site financial and benefit audits;

Prepare data requests for annual state and federal tax filings;

Assist in automating processes and procedures;

Assist as needed in the Payroll process; 

Assist as needed in the Accounts Payable process;

Review and approve payments for both Accounts Payable and Payroll in the absence of the Financial Controller;

Maintains financial security by following internal controls;

Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential;

Other duties as required.

What do we offer?

Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurance benefits, 401(K), paid leave and 11 holidays per year.

Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invests in their people.