Junior Accountant

Job Title:
Junior Accountant Department:
Finance

Reports to:
Assistant Controller

Location:
Bonanza Mine Site

Schedule:
Full-time, Monday-Thursday

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt, Salary

Our goal at American Gilsonite Company (AGC) is to create a world class organization so that the health, safety, and financial wellbeing of each employee has long term stability by maximizing the total available value to all stakeholders of the organization. To accomplish this we value the following:

The Junior Accountant embodies personal responsibility by accurately recording financial transactions, preparing reports, and contributing to AGC's financial decisions. They are accountable for maintaining financial accuracy and transparency.

Effective communication is vital in finance. The Junior Accountant ensures that financial data, reports, and insights are communicated clearly and respectfully, enabling informed financial decision-making.

AGC's commitment to excellence extends to financial operations. The Junior Accountant champions this pursuit by adhering to accounting standards, conducting thorough financial analysis, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Junior Accountant assists with day‑to‑day accounting functions, month‑end close support, financial reporting preparation, reconciliations, and audit documentation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Reporting Support: Assist with the preparation of financial statements, schedules, reports, and supporting analyses for review by the Assistant Controller.

Revenue

Freight

• General Ledger Management: Participate in month end close, maintain the general ledger, record financial transactions accurately and timely and reconcile accounts regularly. Areas of concentration include:

Fixed Assets

Inventory

• Budget Support: Assist with budget tracking, variance research, and preparation of information for review by the Assistant Controller
• Internal Controls: Follow established internal control procedures and assist with documentation, review, and compliance efforts.
• Budget Monitoring: Assist in budgeting and variance analysis, providing insights into financial performance against targets.
• Audit Support: Gather, organize, and prepare audit documentation and assist with auditor requests under the direction of the Assistant Controller
• Process Improvement: Help identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and consistency within assigned accounting processes.
• Department Support: Work with other departments to gather financial and operational information needed by the Finance team.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

• Proficiency in financial accounting principles and practices.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration and presenting financial information.
• Adaptability to changing financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Commitment to ethics, transparency, and financial integrity.
• Ability to manage time, work independently, adapt quickly, and work effectively under the pressure of deadlines.
• Intermediate or higher excel skills

• Pursuing or completing bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• Two years of accounting experience.
• Exposure to US GAAP, month‑end close, reconciliations, fixed assets, inventory, or financial reporting.

American Gilsonite Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.