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Accounting Manager

SOURDOUGH EXPRESS, INC
Fairbanks, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

Summary

The Accounting Manager serves as a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This is a hands-on accounting role, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with the details while helping guide the company’s financial direction. Working closely with the CFAO, this role supports strategic decision making by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information.

Essential Job Functions

The Accounting Manager assists the CFAO with a variety of finance and accounting responsibilities, including daily accounting operations, general ledger oversight, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements. This role also supports forecasting, variance analysis, financial presentations for ownership and the board, departmental operations, and companywide projects.

Personal Attributes

§ High integrity and alignment with the company’s family values and culture

§ Hands-on, detail oriented

§ Strong communication skills, able to translate financial concepts into actionable insights

§ A highly adaptable team player who is always willing to step into any role to support the department’s needs

§ Demonstrates flexibility and initiative by seamlessly taking on various roles as needed.

§ Master the use of all software programs to include Sage, Doc Records, and the Microsoft Office Suite

§ Promote Sourdough’s Vision, Mission, and Culture statements

Qualifications

· Previous accounting experience required

· Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards

· Demonstrated success in improving financial processes and supporting strategic initiatives

· Strong communication, integrity, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is responsible for observing, directing, coaching, and helping to resolve departmental issues. This position will conduct training and help implement and enforce systems, policies, and procedures.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D.

2. Four years of general ledger accounting experience required.

Preferred Experience

1. Some college experience preferred.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

None required for this position.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • How do you explain the connection between the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement?
  • Which specific parts of the month-end close process did you own or manage in your most recent role?

Experience:

  • General ledger accounting: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $145,000

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