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SUMMARY Bering Straits Native Corporation is currently seeking a qualified Accounting Specialist I for Anchorage, AK corporate office. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. • Responsible for monthly reconciliations and analysis of general ledger accounts, using Excel, and Deltek Costpoint. • Responsible for monthly bank reconciliations for numerous bank accounts. • Responsible for monthly accruals, recurring journal entries, reversals, recording fixed assets, depreciation, and inventory. • Maintain accounts by recording, identifying and verifying financial transactions. • Work with Accounts Payable and other departments to ensure accurate recording of expenses and other accounting related activities. • Prepares draft financial information using processes required for Deltek Costpoint and compliance with company policies and procedures. • Perform administrative and other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience (6 years). • Two years related experience. • Strong computer skills including accounting systems and Excel. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics • Knowledge of accounting principles. • Knowledge and proficient in the usage of computers. • Skills in the efficient use of Excel for reconciling accounts. • Skills to use computerized accounting systems. • Must have the ability to understand the reconciliation process. • Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. • Must be organized and have the ability to meet deadlines while multi-tasking. • Must be able to prioritize your work. • Must have the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. • Ability to maintain confidentiality. Preferred • Deltek Costpoint accounting system experience in a multi–company environment. • Experience in government accounting. • Working experience with an ANC is a plus. NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires sitting at a computer for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. Ability to use hands and fingers to operate calculators, keyboards, and office equipment. Occasional lifting light objects (e.g., up to 10–25 lbs) like files, binders, or office supplies. DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS • This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard and mouse. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES • No supervisory responsibilities. ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations. Must have reliable transportation to/from work. Shareholder Preference BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.