Accounting Technician

About the Role

Future Elder (Fe) is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Tech to manage day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, payroll processing, and financial reporting coordination. This role works closely with Future Elder’s CEO, contracted CPAs, and our Accounting Assistant to keep our books accurate, ensure the billing cycle stays on track, and ensure that our financial practices are compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This is a great fit for someone who is organized, discreet with sensitive financial information, and comfortable owning the full accounting cycle for a growing company.

Future Elder is an Alaska Native and woman-owned full-service brand marketing and communications firm headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, providing expertise to local and national clients across a wide variety of industries, with key areas of focus in health, cultural communications, and social justice.

Mission, Vision and Core Values

At Fe, our business is all about our people. We strive to create a work environment that fosters long-term relationships with employees who have a passion for customer service. We believe in the fair and ethical treatment of employees, clients, and partners and demonstrate social responsibility in our community. We invest in our employees by providing:

• Professional development opportunities
• Fair and competitive compensation
• A harmonious, respectful, and enjoyable work environment
• An atmosphere that encourages openness and new ideas

We expect our employees to invest in FE by having a:

• Sense of respect and responsibility for the health and well-being of the company, colleagues, clients, and the community
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Spirit of self-motivation and collaboration
• Critical thinking and a solution-oriented approach to work

Above all, we expect every action to be made with our Fe core values in mind. As a continuing member of the Fe team, we ask that you keep them at the center of everything you do in this new role:

• Commitment to Community – Our communities are reflections of who we are. Like us, they thrive when cared for. We show our gratitude and respect to community by actively participating and lending our time, talents, skills, and abilities to others.
• Nothing About Us Without Us – We are guided by underrepresented voices, especially those of Indigenous Peoples, to make meaningful connections and authentically share the truth about their experiences.
• Creative Rooted in Insight – Our creative is informed by research, data, best practices, and people.
• Humor is Medicine – We never take ourselves too seriously. A laugh and a smile have the power to heal, connect, and rise above.
• Vulnerability and Optimism – Vulnerability is the birthplace of joy, creativity, and belonging. Optimism is the path that takes us there. Encouraging and exhibiting these behaviors keeps us grounded while growing our ability to do our very best work.
• Self-determination – We are independent thinkers who, as a team, hold each other accountable to strive for the very best in business and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Record transactions in the appropriate company account ledgers using our project/financial management software, Workamajig.
• Review account ledgers for accuracy and correct errors, such as duplications or typos.
• Reconcile accounts by comparing bank information to internal records.
• Pull and share basic financial documents with the CEO and CPAs, including income statements, profit and loss (P&L) statements, and totals by account.
• Organize receipts, invoices, and physical copies of financial documents.
• Issue quarterly tax payments.
• Administer payroll: calculate wages, handle tax deductions, and maintain compliance.
• Maintain compliance with financial reporting regulations, such as GAAP.
• Issue customer invoices, track incoming payments, process vendor bills, and disburse payments.
• Manage all accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP), including:
• Planning for and issuing vendor payments
• Entering vendor invoices
• Entering miscellaneous expenses as needed
• Generating billing invoices
• Maintaining client records
• Maintaining retainers and providing analyses as requested
• Communicating with clients and vendors regarding payment expectations and dates
• Reconciling all debit and credit accounts in Workamajig
• Coordinate with CPA offices on quarterly financials and annual taxes.
• Complete monthly reports at the end of each billing cycle using established templates and schedules.
• Regularly audit general ledger accounts and financial statements for accuracy.
• Process and issue payroll through our online payroll platform, Rippling; verify accuracy and cross-check against internal records.
• Post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Manage the monthly billing cycle, including all worksheet changes, and keep client services informed of billing issues.
• Organize and appropriately label all accounting files on the server.
• Collaborate with our Accounting Assistant on media billing and client/vendor communication.
• Work with upper management to implement changes to billing and payables practices.
• Coordinate with the CEO on banking, loan applications and management, file management, report distribution, and investigation.
• Follow GAAP policies and procedures and help manage best practices for the business.
• Send weekly financial status updates to CEO using established templates.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar full-cycle finance role; agency or professional services experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Workamajig or similar project/financial management software preferred.
• Experience processing payroll through Rippling or a comparable payroll platform.
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and standard financial reporting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines across a monthly billing cycle.
• Clear, professional communication skills for regular interaction with clients, vendors, and leadership.
• Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential financial and payroll information.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k and Roth IRA
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid holidays
• Hybrid schedule that includes working days in and out of the office
• Participate in a purpose-driven for-profit business model that endeavors to improve health, economic, and social outcomes for Alaskans through communications

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Sign in to view email with the subject line “Accounting Tech Application.”

Future Elder is an equal opportunity employer.