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Accounting Controller

Base salary range: $130,000 - $185,000 base salary may vary based on geographical area and candidate's experience (Prefer to be located in one of our established offices: Anchorage, AK; Wilmington, NC; San Antonio, TX, Temecula, CA, Marysville, WA, and Tempe, AZ but will consider remote work)

The Accounting Controller at Bristol Alliance of Companies oversees all accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, cash management, tax compliance, job costing, and indirect cost rates. The role ensures accurate, timely financial records and provides operational leaders with the data needed to manage projects and business performance. This senior directorlevel position requires strong technical accounting expertise, hands-on leadership, and strategic direction, reporting to the Sr Director of Finance and Accounting.

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

Accounting Operations

• Direct and manage all core accounting functions.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial records in compliance with GAAP and government contracting requirements.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, workflows, and internal controls.
• Oversee cash management, bank accounts, and banking system access.
• Provide financial data and cost analysis to operational leaders.
• Support cross-department collaboration for effective financial management.
• Monitor accounting workloads, deadlines, staffing, and provide backup support when needed.
• Lead Annual budget preparation and management

Government Contracting & Cost Accounting

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, DCAA, CMMC, and federal/state/local regulations.
• Manage Cost pools, Indirect Billing Rates and other contract support needs
• Support job costing, contract costing, rate development, and government contract requirements.
• Prepare or oversee DCAA Incurred Cost Proposals and ICE schedules.
• Complete annual 8(a) updates, SAM requests, and other submissions.
• Provide financial guidance to project teams on contract costs, billing, and estimates.

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee payroll tax compliance and multi-state tax matters.
• Manage sales tax and business and occupation (B&O) tax obligations.
• Monitor tax law changes and recommend process improvements.
• Coordinate tax audits, resolve disputes, and manage tax-related controls.
• Reconcile Form 941 and oversee profit-sharing contributions.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Audit & Compliance

• Lead annual financial audit preparation and coordination.
• Serve as primary contact for auditors and financial stakeholders.
• Prepare and review schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Maintain internal controls and support financial governance.
• Respond to audit findings and implement corrective actions.

Process Improvement

• Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, workflows, and systems.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Standardize procedures and strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve process issues and promote accountability.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor accounting supervisors and staff across all functions.
• Set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support employee development.
• Build a positive, high-performing team culture aligned with Bristol's values.
• Evaluate staffing needs and maintain appropriate segregation of duties.

Customer Service & Collaboration

• Provide effective accounting support to operations, administrative leaders, and employees.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships through clear communication and problem-solving.
• Serve as a trusted resource on financial processes, policies, and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Deep knowledge of GAAP, government contracting accounting, job costing, cost pools, and indirect rates.
• Strong understanding of DCAA and FAR Part 31.
• Expertise in accounting operations, controls, compliance, treasury, and auditing.
• Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work under pressure.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet deadlines.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• 5+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• 5+ years of government contracting experience; construction preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting operations, staff, job costing, indirect rates, and compliance.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• CPA, CMA, or CFMA certification.
• Master's degree in related field.
• Experience with DCAA audits, Alaska Native Corporations, Tribes, or Native Hawaiian Organizations.
• Familiarity with SBA 8(a) program.
• Strong Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills.

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 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.

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