Office Manager, Egegik ID-1464

THIS JOB IS PERFORMED ON SITE AT OUR FLEET SUPPORT FACILITY IN EGEGIK, ALASKA FROM MAY THROUGH AUGUST. THIS IS A VERY REMOTE AREA OF ALASKA. THE REST OF THE YEAR THE WORK IS PERFORMED IN EDMONDS, WA.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Alaska General Seafoods (AGS) operates two seasonal salmon processing plants in Alaska and a warehouse in Kenmore. We share our corporatge office space, and have combined our accounting functions, with other sister companies that also operate seafood plants in Alaska. Our office was recently remodeled and is located in beautiful downtown Edmonds. It is a very walkable area, located one block from Main Street and 10 minutes from the waterfront.

We are seeking an Office Manager for our Egegik, Alaska fleet support operation. This position requires on site presence in Egegik from May through August. The Office Manager oversees all office functions for a fleet support facility. This includes running the office, supervising employees, and ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of office functions such A/P, A/R, fisherman settlements, inventory, purchasing, onsite store, journal entries, G/L reconciliation and month end closing.

This is a salaried exempt position (not paid overtime) and reports to the CFO with dotted line reporting to the Egegik Operations Manager and AGS Naknek Office Manager.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs and manages all office functions: A/P, A/R, settlements, inventory, purchasing, journal entries, G/L reconciliation and month end closing.
  • Supervises and trains staff in the office.
  • Works with the AGS Naknek HR department to ensure accuracy of timeclock data. Completes HR paperwork and handles HR issues on site.
  • Ensures all office operations conform to company standards and good accounting practices.
  • Works with employees and supervisors to maintain harmonious working relationships and resolve conflict, in line with company policies.
  • Develops long-term working relationships with employees, fishermen, local communities, and vendors.
  • Maintains accurate, compliant and organized paper and electronic files, including personnel and payroll files.
  • Provides administrative assistance to management group (spreadsheets, reports, PowerPoint presentations).
  • Onsite notary.
  • Works with AGS Naknek office and the corporate office on various projects and initiatives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3+ years of office manager accounting experience, preferably in the Alaska seafood industry.
  • Experience with Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) fish tickets.
  • Proven ability to manage employees, accounting and office functions.
  • Working knowledge of good accounting practices.
  • Influential, collaborative, professional demeanor. Effective oral and written communications.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Ability and willingness to work in a very remote area of Alaska.
  • Ability to work long hours, seven days a week, during the production seasons.
  • Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

HELPFUL, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

  • Alaska seafood industry experience.
  • Experience with Sage and DocLink.
  • Accounting degree.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,500.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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