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3mo ago

Chief Operations and Financial Officer

Fairbanks North Star Borough School District Fairbanks, AK

Fairbanks, AK

3mo ago Closed

$131k - $172k/yr Full time Accounting Budgeting CFO

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 27, 2026).

Job Description

The district offers a pathway to impact every student by ensuring strong fiscal stewardship and efficient, reliable operations. This onsite executive role places you on the Superintendent’s leadership team to guide financial strategy and operational performance across the district. You will shape the budget, strengthen systems, and align resources with Board and Superintendent priorities. The position is based in Fairbanks, Alaska, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits designed to support work–life balance and long-term retirement planning.

Benefits and culture

Accrued sick and personal leave
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and audio coverage
Retirement through PERS

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership, oversight, and management of the district's financial and operational functions.
Develop and implement the district budget.
Ensure sound fiscal stewardship across all funds and programs.
Strengthen districtwide operational systems and processes.
Align district resources with the Board of Education and Superintendent priorities.
Oversee financial planning, accounting, and revenue management.
Lead procurement, facilities, transportation, and nutrition services.
Oversee information technology and risk management.
Manage related operational functions and compliance with policy and standards.
Ensure compliance with Board policy, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, public administration, educational leadership, or related field.
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance, operations, public administration, school business management, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience with organizational leadership, management systems, public-sector operations, and business administration.
Experience with public entity finance, budgeting, accounting, procurement, and financial reporting.
Knowledge of school funding mechanisms and fiscal compliance requirements for federal, state, and local education programs.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board requirements.
Understanding of internal controls, audit processes, financial reporting, budget development, procurement requirements, and risk management practices.
Experience using automated enterprise resource planning or accounting systems.
Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and financial management software.
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations, contracts, legal documents, Board policies, and guidance related to school district operations.
Strong project management skills to organize, prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple complex initiatives with changing deadlines and priorities.
Professional, clear, courteous, and concise written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound independent judgment.

Technologies

ERP systems
Accounting systems
Spreadsheet software
Word processing software
Presentation software
Financial management software

Compensation and schedule

Starting salary: Grade 12, $131,460.58 to $172,173.25 DOE

Work day: 8 hours per day

Work year: 12 months

Bargaining unit: Non-Represented

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5mo ago

General Ledger Accountant ( Clean Up Project)

TDL Staffing, Inc. Fairbanks, AK

Fairbanks, AK

5mo ago Closed

$35+/hr Full time Accountant Accounting Audit

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Apr 28, 2026).

Job Description

TDL Staffing is seeking a General Ledger Accountant for a multi-entity cleanup project in Fairbanks, AK (onsite).

Responsibilities

Oversee general ledger accounts across multiple entities
Create and post journal entries, accruals, and intercompany transactions
Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet line items
Aid in month-end and year-end close activities
Support financial reporting, audits, and management reporting needs
Collaborate with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and project teams
Administer fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
Drive process improvements and optimize ERP system performance

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
At least 3 years of general ledger experience, multi-entity exposure preferred
Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls
Proficient with accounting software, with Sage 100 Contractor and/or Deltek Costpoint preferred
Advanced Excel proficiency and meticulous attention to detail

Technologies

Sage 100 Contractor
Deltek Costpoint

Compensation

Compensation: USD 35 per hour

How to apply

Applicants never pay fees when applying with or working for TDL Staffing.
Begin your application online: APPLY NOW
Have questions? Call our office at (907) 455-8300

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Finance Jobs in Fairbanks, AK

Chief Operations and Financial Officer

General Ledger Accountant ( Clean Up Project)

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