Accounting Manager - UIC Commercial Services

Accounting Manager

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.