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The College of Business and Security Management is a resource for businesses across ĄÖ»¢Ö±²„ to share their current job opportunities. These are typically positions of particular interest to our CBSM students and alumni. 

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If you would like to post a job opening here, please submit the information to CBSM using the . You may also email your job posting directly to uafcbsm@alaska.edu.

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Job Opportunities

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a in Fairbanks, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values innovation and fiscal responsibility. This dynamic role empowers you to apply your technical and theoretical knowledge of finance and accounting principles while working in an energetic and forward-thinking environment.

Collaborate with a team dedicated to excellence, and enjoy the satisfaction of impacting the community through your financial expertise. With a competitive starting annual salary of $87,309, this position not only offers competitive pay but also the chance to grow professionally in a supportive setting.

You will be given great benefits such as Defined Pension, 401(k) match, Health insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), and Tuition Reimbursements. Seize this exciting opportunity and make your mark at a company that truly values its employees and their contributions!

A little about us
GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of ĄÖ»¢Ö±²„-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the ĄÖ»¢Ö±²„ Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of ĄÖ»¢Ö±²„, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

Your day to day as a Accountant II
As a Accountant II at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that all financial and statistical information is accurately maintained within GVEA's system of accounts. This includes overseeing subsidiary records and ensuring they are balanced with the general ledger. In this position, you will provide advanced accounting support by conducting detailed analyses and interpretations of financial data.

Your expertise will enable you to generate insightful recommendations that drive informed decision-making and promote fiscal responsibility within the organization. Join us in this essential role and contribute to the financial integrity of GVEA while working in a vibrant and innovative environment.

Requirements for this Accountant II job
To succeed as a Full-Time Accountant II at Golden Valley Electric Association, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is essential, although commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. You should have a minimum of six years of progressively responsible accounting experience, complemented by at least four years of project management experience. Proficiency in accounting software and tools is crucial, as you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial data and balancing subsidiary records to the general ledger. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret financial information are key to making informed recommendations that support the organization's mission. Moreover, excellent communication and interpersonal skills will be vital for collaborating effectively within the team and contributing to GVEA's forward-thinking culture.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

  • Bachelors' degree in Accounting or related field. Commensurate experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
  • Minimum six years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
  • Minimum four years of project management experience.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application. We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals.

GVEA conducts pre-employment, post-offer drug/alcohol screening and background checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary. All offers of employment at Golden Valley Electric Association are contingent upon clear results of a drug/alcohol screening.



Posted 4/4

About

Fairbanks Native Association is a voice for the ĄÖ»¢Ö±²„ Native/American Indian people of Fairbanks. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families by promoting justice, healing, and wellness in our community. We envision a unified, healthy, and empowered Native community that embraces all cultures. 

Because employees are our number one asset, Fairbanks Native Association is pleased to offer a great working environment, competitive wages, a healthy work-life balance, and the following benefits: affordable medical insurance, vision, and dental coverage; employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance; 401(k) investment program with a generous match (after applicable waiting period); Employee Assistance Programs First Choice and LifeCare (ADP), paid holidays, generous Paid Time Off, education assistance; and LifeMart Employee Discount Program (ADP). Join our progressive team at Fairbanks Native Association where your effort results in positive change in individual lives and the health of our community!

As the Director of Finance, you will provide oversight to the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department and exercise managerial and supervisory functions. This is a senior management position, responsible for maintaining the integrity of the FNA accounting system, financial compliance with terms and conditions of all grants and contracts, compliance with the requirements for single audit, and for general financial information support to all FNA programs. This position monitors all funding streams, including Medicaid. 

JOB DUTIES:

  • Monitor budgets and identifies modification needs. Coordinates budget modifications with program directors and ensures submittal to funding agencies per grant/contract requirements.
  • Manages and coordinates the work of staff who perform the full range of accounting and financial management functions of the company (ex: bank account reconciliations, cash deposits and receipts, contract management, payroll verification, procurement/purchasing, travel arrangements, loans, advances, reimbursements, property insurance claims processing, and workerā€™s compensation), to ensure functions are properly performed and in order, in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Provides adequate fiscal review and approval for all FNA expenditures to ensure grant and contract procurement requirements are met.
  • Makes fiscal policy and procedure recommendations to the Executive Director. Coordinates implementation of approved policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience)

  • Bachelorā€™s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, and 
  • Three (3) years of experience in accounting and financial management, including fund accounting, grant regulations, and contract administration, financial reporting, and personnel management. MBA, CPA preferred.


Posted 3/5

 

Homeland Security & Emergency Management

Job Description:

The Emergency Management Internship will provide practical work experience to degree-seeking students whose interest is working in the field of emergency management, Disaster Recovery, Public Health, or related fields. Under the supervision of the Director of Emergency Management, this position will provide support to the emergency management program for the University of Kansas Medical Center. This position will perform a variety of technical tasks throughout the disaster cycle including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery

Job Duties:

  • Contribute to emergency and business continuity plans.
  • Complete basic administrative tasks pertaining to the departmentā€™s administrative needs.
  • Assist with developing and conducting disaster drills and exercises.
  • Assist in the Emergency Operations Center during response to emergencies.

    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Work Environment:

  • This is a temporary position NOT eligible for benefits.
  • This position is located on-site.
  • This position requires working a minimum of 20 hours a week.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

  • Student currently enrolled in a Bachelorā€™s or Masterā€™s program in Emergency Management, Disaster Recovery, Public Health or related field. 

  • FEMA Certifications (IS) 100, 200, 700, 800.

Work Experience:

  • Experience researching current topics in emergency management.

Preferred Qualifications:

ā€‹Work Experience

  • Experience working in crisis/emergency scenarios and/or operations.

Skills:

  • Communication and organizational skills.

Required documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover letter
  • Class Schedule

Employee Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type: Part time

Rate Type:Hourly

Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to the midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above. 

Pay Range: $7.25 - $25.00

Posted 3/18

 

Internships

  1. Job Purpose

The Marketing Intern will support FrontLine Automotive's marketing efforts with a specific focus on customer service. The intern will assist in creating and implementing strategies that improve customer satisfaction, retention, and brand loyalty by leveraging digital platforms, feedback loops, and engagement activities.

  1. Core Responsibilities
  • Customer Engagement:
    • Assist in developing content for social media, email marketing, and newsletters that highlight exceptional customer service experiences.
    • Create marketing materials that emphasize the shop's values of Honesty, Transparency, and Compassion to enhance trust with customers.
    • Collaborate with the service team to feature customer success stories and testimonials.
  • Customer Feedback and Satisfaction:
    • Monitor customer reviews on Google, Facebook, Yelp, etc., and help develop strategies for responding promptly and appropriately.
    • Implement and manage customer surveys and feedback forms to gather insights into service satisfaction.
    • Analyze customer feedback and suggest marketing tactics to address concerns and enhance customer experience.
  • Content Creation:
    • Assist in creating marketing campaigns that educate customers on FrontLine Automotiveā€™s services, ASE certifications, and overall mission of providing quality repairs.
    • Develop blogs, articles, or social media posts focusing on FAQs, customer service tips, or vehicle care best practices.
    • Coordinate with technicians to produce behind-the-scenes content that showcases the shop's expertise and friendly atmosphere.
  • Event Coordination and Promotions:
    • Help plan and promote customer appreciation events or special offers to engage with the community.
    • Develop promotional materials for the shopā€™s involvement in community organizations (e.g., Red Cross, Fairbanks Food Bank, Sparktacular) to strengthen brand presence.
  1. Learning Objectives
  • Understand the intersection between marketing and customer service, learning how branding and communication can directly influence customer satisfaction.
  • Gain experience in customer service enhancement strategies by leveraging feedback, content, and engagement platforms.
  • Develop skills in managing customer interactions through marketing channels such as email, social media, and surveys.
  1. Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a marketing, communications, or business-related degree program.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms, email marketing, and customer feedback tools.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Customer-centric mindset, with a focus on Honesty, Transparency, and Uplifting customer experiences.
  1. Mentorship and Development
  • The intern will work closely with the Service Advisors and Management team, gaining exposure to both customer service and marketing in a real-world business setting.
  • Regular check-ins with leadership to evaluate performance, offer feedback, and provide learning opportunities.
  1. Metrics for Success
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores based on feedback and surveys.
  • Increased customer engagement on digital platforms (social media likes, comments, shares, etc.).
  • Positive impact on customer retention and repeat business through effective communication and marketing campaigns.

This outline provides a clear framework for hiring and developing a marketing intern focused on enhancing customer service while contributing to your core mission of providing exceptional service to the community.

To apply, call the owner Cindy at 888-469-7550.

Job Summary:

BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs.  As an Intern in our Assurance practice, you will begin to utilize your educational background as well as your organizational skills as you serve the firm's dynamic client base. You will assist in problem solving and fact-finding, working side-by-side with more experienced team members who can provide you with direction, coaching and learning opportunities. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firmā€™s practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.

Job Duties:

Typical responsibilities will include:

  • Participates in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
  • Becomes familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process
  • Provides various support functions to the audit staff during engagement
  • Communicates with the clients' customers, creditors, banks and related parties concerning audit issues 
  • Prepares and documents work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools and templates
  • Contributes ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team membersā€™ views
  • Completes one assigned accounting or audit related research project and able to present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals
  • Other duties as required


Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

  • Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, required 
  • Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting, preferred

Experience:

  • Leadership experience, preferred 

License/Certifications:

  • Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA 

Software:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, required

Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions as directed
  • Ability to work effectively in a team setting 
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidateā€™s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.



Posted 3/6

Job Summary:

The Tax Associate, Core Tax Services is responsible for utilizing their educational background as well as communication and organizational skills by assisting with the preparation of tax returns and research. In this role, the Tax Associate, Core Tax Services will be charged with utilizing basic research skills and working with tax software applications to complete simple tax returns for review.

Job Duties:

  • Tax Compliance
    • Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (ā€œTQMā€).
      • Applies understanding of clientā€™s unique set of circumstances, documentation, and/or other requirements mandated by law and prepares required filings (tax returns) using a system of review and documentation to ensure that the client is in full compliance, while keeping the clientā€™s tax and reporting burdenā€™s as low as possible;
      • Ensures all data needed to comply with filing requirements are collected; identifies and properly communicates missing items to prepare return;
      • Utilizes Firm compliance software to maximize efficiency in tax prep process
      • Effectively teams with Senior on completion of project (follow-up with Open items list;
      • Documents all significant tax positions
  • ASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
    • Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48.
      • Assists with prep and/or review of income tax provisions
  • Tax Consulting
    • Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clientsā€™ current and future taxes.
      • Applies knowledge of home state corporate, partnership and individual tax structure and filing requirements in completing assigned work;
      • Effectively drafts clear and concise general memorandums and correspondence; 
      • Identifies potential relevant tax issues or opportunities as part of the tax compliance process.
  • Other duties as required


Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics required OR Bachelor's degree in other focus area and CPA certification required
  • Masters in Accountancy or Taxation preferred

Experience:

  • Leadership experience preferred 
  • Accounting based internship preferred

License/Certifications:

  • Eligible to sit for the CPA exams; progress towards admission to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction; progress towards Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (ā€œEAā€) (or progress towards the equivalent of one of these designations) upon starting employment preferred

Software:

  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite preferred

Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions as directed
  • Ability to work effectively in a team setting 
  • Takes appropriate actions without being asked
  • Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
  • Ability to prepare simple tax returns

 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidateā€™s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range:  $75,000 - $82,000
Colorado Range:  $56,000 - $68,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $72,000 - $78,000
Washington Range:  $65,500 - $75,000



Posted 3/5