Staff Accountant; Anchorage Main Office

Staff Accountant (Anchorage Main Office) Alaska Rent A Car, Inc. DBA AVIS

Alaska Rent A Car, Inc. (an AVIS System Licensee) is looking to hire a full-time Staff Accountant for our Anchorage Main Office location. We're a local, employee-owned company that has served Alaska for 70 years. We're passionate about supporting our employees and offering internal growth opportunities.

A Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, assisting with audits, and supporting month‑end and year‑end close processes.

• Assist the Controller, Assistant Controller, and CFO in leading accounting functions.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor and lead the month end and year end closing processes as well as develop improvements in key steps of the financial reporting calendar.
• Maintain the chart of accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform monthly reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing financial budgets and forecasts.
• Audit accounts payable invoices and credit card charges, and assist in weekly check run.
• Responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly taxes, overseeing the preparation and accuracy of quarterly reporting for the accounting department.
• Assist in preparation of external audits.
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

• Med/Den/Vision (FT over 30 hrs only)
• Paid holidays (FT over 30 hrs only)
• PTO
• ESOP (retirement paid 100% by our company)

AVIS Alaska Rent‑Car has been in business for over 70 years. We pride ourselves on a welcoming and inclusive culture. We are a team with a strong work ethic and a desire to provide the best customer service statewide. As a company, we see every employee as a team member, which is integral to the success of our business.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
• 2‑4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
• High level of efficiency and accuracy
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience in MS Office, accounting software and databases.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.