Overview:
UIC Commercial seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to provide leadership in accounting operations, maintain the integrity of financial reporting, and support organizational growth. The position is responsible for managing a team of accountants, directing the month-end close process, and partnering on strategic financial initiatives.
Responsibilities:

Essential functions will include:

• Supervise daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger.
• Responsible for entire P-Card process from collecting statements through issuing manual check.
• Manage escheatment process.
• Coordinate on audits and liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage Timberline and general ledger and advance knowledge of MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ability to work accurately and independently while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in job/project-based accounting.
• Previous experience working for Alaska Native Corporations.
• Previous experience with Sage Timberline.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to speak and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting.
• Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with occasional extended hours required to meet reporting deadlines or special projects.
• Position requires regular use of a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.
• Work may involve periods of sitting for extended time, data entry, and reviewing detailed financial documents.
• Occasional travel to subsidiary or project sites may be required.
• The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

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• Supervise daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger.
• Responsible for entire P-Card process from collecting statements through issuing manual check.
• Manage escheatment process.
• Coordinate on audits and liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Other job duties as assigned