As our Regional Fleet Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial health of our Alaska Seafoods Processing Facilities. You'll oversee a wide range of financial operations, from setting up complex pricing structures to ensuring regulatory compliance.

To be successful in this role, you'll need a strong blend of financial acumen, industry knowledge, and leadership skills. You must be a strategic thinker, a detail-oriented problem solver, and a strong communicator. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving strategic decision-making, maximizing profitability, and ensuring the long-term success of our operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the position include the following:

Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies aligned with business objectives.Prepare annual budgets and forecasts, monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement.Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, manage cash flow and optimize working capital.Set up and maintain product, price list, tax, and premium information in North Scope.Assist Operations Managers (OMs) and Financial Analysts (FAs) with price adjustments and data entry issues.Conduct periodic audits of North Scope data for accuracy and consistency.Ensure compliance with complex fisheries regulations, tax laws, and other relevant regulations.Manage the acquisition and renewal of Alaska Fisheries Business Licenses, Registered Buyers Permits, Federal Processors Permits, and bonding requirements.Oversee the ordering and management of Fisher Credit Cards.Calculate and prepare profit-sharing payments.Develop and analyze limit scenarios including calculating equity award amounts.Gather hatchery information, approve payments, and execute payment requests.Coordinate OM/FA participation in ownership meetings.Mentor and develop a high-performing team, foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.Provide guidance and support to operations teams.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and procurement, to achieve business objectives.Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including regulators, suppliers, and customers.Other duties to help support teams and entire organization.

 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:

Functional

Financial Expertise - Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.Software Proficiency - Proficiency in financial software, including North Scope, and Microsoft Office Suite.Analytical Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Regulatory Knowledge - Deep understanding of Alaska seafood industry regulations and compliance requirements.Data Analysis - Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends.Process Improvement - Experience in streamlining processes and improving efficiency.

Interpersonal

Leadership - Strong leadership and team-building skills.Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate with diverse teams.Influence - Ability to influence and persuade others.Problem Solving - Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Adaptability - Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, CPA, CMA) preferred.At least three years of experience in the seafood industry, preferably in Alaska.Proven experience in managing complex financial operations and regulatory compliance.Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and budgeting.Experience with ERP systems and financial software, such as North Scope.Work Environment and Schedule Position requires onsite presence at one of our, AK Processing Facility, and the ability to travel, spending a significant amount of time during the season at our various locations and processing facilities in Alaska. Ability to provide support at any time of year at any Alaska location with little advance notice. 

Physical Demands
Employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle packages, inventory, and material handling equipment. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, push, twist, and pull. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Mental ActivitiesExcellent at working independently and as a team member with a good work ethic, and good decision-making skills. Able to multitask and adapt to changing priorities. Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy, be flexible and stress resistant. The employee will occasionally be required to exercise independent judgment and use discretion. Salary Disclosure The typical base pay range for this role is $90,000-$110,000 per year. Individual base pay depends on numerous factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

 

Silver Bay Benefits and Perks

Health Insurance: Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits. Employees are also eligible for basic life insurance, long-term disability, as well as voluntary life insurance benefits for them and their families.Employee Assistance Program: Available for employees and their families.Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for the Silver Bay Seafoods safe harbor retirement 401(k) plan.Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: Employees are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) plan benefits which start at 3 weeks a year, go up based on years of service, and receive 8 paid holidays each year.Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.