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Telecom Assistant Controller
Job Description
Supports the Controller with telecom accounting operations, financial close, GAAP reporting, audits, SOX controls, regulatory compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Oversees accounting for network infrastructure, IRUs, dark fiber, leases, capital projects, revenue, and telecom assets. Supervises accounting staff, reviews reconciliations and workpapers, supports control remediation, and partners with operational teams to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. The summary above was generated by AI At Alaska Communications, we're committed to putting our team first , always being customer focused , having a can-do attitude , owning our results and always acting with integrity . This is what we hire for and what our team members exhibit each day. Want to make an impact with us? We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas. The compensation range for this job is: $117,046.00
- $160,007.
U.S. GAAP, SOX
requirements, tax regulations, and telecommunications reporting obligations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Financial Reporting & Close Process Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities. Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules. Assist in preparation of GAAP financial statements and management reporting packages. Support external audit and regulatory audit requirements. Coordinate consolidation activities and intercompany accounting.Telecommunications Accounting Oversee accounting for:
Fiber networks and telecommunications infrastructure. Indefeasible Rights of Use (IRUs). Dark fiber agreements and capacity swaps. Network construction and capital projects. Asset acquisitions and dispositions. Site leases and tower agreements. Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of network assets. Support accounting analyses underASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC
360, and other applicable standards. Internal Controls & SOX Compliance Assist with design, implementation, and monitoring of SOX controls. Maintain accounting policies and procedures. Coordinate management testing and remediation activities. Support risk assessments and control documentation. Ensure compliance with company accounting policies. Revenue & Regulatory Support Review accounting for telecom services including: Enterprise services Wholesale services Broadband and transport services Carrier contracts Partner with operations and revenue assurance teams to ensure revenue accuracy. Support regulatory reporting requirements as applicable. Budgeting & Financial Analysis Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Analyze financial results and identify variances. Provide financial support for strategic projects and capital investments. Develop management reporting and KPI dashboards. Team Leadership Supervise accounting staff and senior accountants. Review workpapers and reconciliations. Provide coaching and professional development. Foster continuous process improvement initiativesPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s) Analytical Skills- Ability to use thinking and reasoning in gathering raw data and processing that data into a meaningful form. Business and Process Leadership
- (Strong expertise in telco service provider / carrier process and procedures).
- Successful candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with complex ERP, billing, provisioning systems and switching records. Consistent budgetary adherence managing both capital and operating expense budget models. Management Skills
- Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively train and supervise others. Detail Oriented
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task while balancing multiple concurrent projects.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or advanced degree preferred).Experience:
Eight (8) years of progressive accounting experience. Three (3) years in a supervisory role. Telecommunications industry experience is strongly preferred. Experience with SOX compliance, external audits, and financial reporting.Other Requirements:
StrongU.S. GAAP
knowledge.Understanding of:
ASC 606 Revenue Recognition ASC 842 Leases Fixed asset accounting Telecom network accounting ERP system experience (Workday)Computer Skills:
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An Assistant Controller assists the controller in managing the cash flows and financial activities of an organization. Assists in the development of budgets, regulatory and tax compliance, staff development and other accounting and financial duties.
$144,385 / year median in Colorado
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