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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the NorthStar Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for month-end accounting close activities (journal entries and account reconciliations), processing intercompany transactions, identifying and processing prepaid expenses, and other complex accounting transactions in the general ledger. The Staff Accountant is also responsible for performing variance analysis to identify and analyze discrepancies that may exist in the general ledger. We are seeking an effective communicator with high ethical standards, and also someone who is looking for an environment of continuous improvement and process efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Summary of Essential Job Functions

The Staff Accountant performs a variety of accounting tasks, including:

Reconciling key balance sheet accounts including intercompany, prepaid expenses, payroll, benefits liabilities, other accrued liabilities.

Posts bi-weekly payroll entries including benefits for all companies.

Preparation and posting of journal entries into the general ledger.

Managing the Lease Accounting system, which includes user setup, input and analysis of NorthStar leases in accordance with ASC 842, and reconciling key lease accounts to verify balances are accurate and complete.

Managing the Concur Expense Reporting system, which includes user setup, expense reporting and authorization, accounting review functions, and monthly journal entry uploads to comply with the travel and expense policy,

Responsible for variance analysis over assigned companies, which includes analysis over the balance sheet and income statement to identify discrepancies, making financial inquiries from site managers, and posting journal entries before the month-end close.

Utilizes knowledge of internal controls to identify potential weaknesses in the internal control environment.

Assists the internal and external audit by providing source documentation or other information as requested.

Utilizes experience to drive improvements and efficiencies.

Collaborates on cross functional projects with internal and external team members.

Other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent required
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with prior transaction processing and month-end close experience
• Awareness, understanding, and adherence to internal controls
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy
• General understanding of US GAAP and other accounting concepts
• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to research and problem solve independently while utilizing strong analytical skills
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to develop working relationships with co-workers and others.
• Capable of traveling to meet with internal team members.

  Key Qualities: The ideal candidate demonstrates high levels of cohesion that will ultimately transpire between fellow colleagues and customers; demonstrates a strong level of commitment and personal agency that will create positive outcomes across the Company; and has the courage to do the right thing in all circumstances.

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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

The IT Systems Analyst ll is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of the company’s software systems and providing analysis and design expertise. The successful candidate contributes to the success of the company by collaborating with technology and management teams to understand requirements and define standards for how data will be stored, consumed, integrated and managed across the organization. This individual will help design and develop business processes to automate and streamline operations. The role not only supports our existing implementations but also participates in the implementation and planning of new systems and projects.

Responsibilities:

Be the key expert in all aspects of the Company’s Sage ERP system and other database software supporting the Company’s operations.

Develop written user documentation for key Sage system and other software business processes

Assist in new Sage implementations including training new users on Sage

Partner with Project Manager to coordinate new solution delivery with vendors and internal stakeholders as required

Design and administrate database technologies including Microsoft SQL and Access to ensure data integrity, system stability and availability

Create standard operating procedures for configuring, securing and monitoring Microsoft SQL Server and Sage environments

Work with finance and operational teams to support the analytical, building, testing and deployment tasks of our business intelligence (Microsoft Power BI) environment

Ability to create and automate SQL SSRS and Crystal reports delivery to key stakeholders

Gather, analyze and document business requirements to support the design and development of technology or process solutions.

Provide input and guidance on software and solution selection and acquisition

Recommend solutions to improve new and existing database systems

Install and organize information systems to guarantee availability

Access database implementation procedures to ensure they comply with internal and external regulations

Design proactive solutions to monitor for data quality issues

Identify root cause of data quality issues in applications

Monitor database environments for performance bottlenecks

Assist with end user support across different systems

Other assigned duties

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management or Data Management

Experience may be substituted for education

3-5 years’ experience as a system analyst, data engineer and/or dba

Sage ERP experience, highly preferred

Strong writing skills with prior experience documenting software and system processes

Highly analytical and able to absorb new software skills quickly

Experience with and strong understanding of databases such as Microsoft Access and SQL server

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Power BI

Ability to work independently, prioritize and plan effectively

Work effectively in a team setting and collaborate/communicate with others

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

The Credit Manager oversees NorthStar Energy’s credit and collections shared service function and will report to the NorthStar Controller. The position is accountable for the entire credit granting and collection processes, including the consistent application of credit policy, periodic credit reviews of existing customers and the assessment of the credit worthiness of potential customers, with the goal of supporting sales and earnings growth and limiting bad debt losses. This position works closely with sales and accounting personnel and communicates extensively with external customers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute credit policies for each Shared Service business unit, supporting sales growth and minimizing credit losses.
• Manage new customer account process and credit application process; recommend credit lines and payment terms consistent with customer risk and business.
• Continuously monitor the accounts receivable portfolio for each business and the credit performance of customers; manage credit lines and identify credit strategies and solutions.
• Identify and track key risk indicators for customer credit deterioration; identify and track operating metrics to measure efficiency and effectiveness of credit and collection processes.
• Ensure that credit policies and processes reflect best practices and actively initiate strategies to improve credit and collections processes from both an internal and external experience.
• Take a lead role to gain cooperation and resolve issues that impact receipt of timely payment or customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate flexibility and understanding performing collection efforts while taking steps necessary to ensure that cash flow and credit management goals are met.
• Partner with internal departments as necessary to resolve business issues that may affect collection activities.
• Manage 1 Credit Specialist. Responsibilities include hiring, training and development, ongoing supervision and performance evaluation.
• Support accounting function including the calculation of late fees and other month-end accounts receivable activities as required
• Oversee the processing of all Energy Assistance heating grants/Notice of Action documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 years commercial credit and collection experience with demonstrated experiencing in process improvement
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong initiative – Willingness to make change and drive accountability and productivity.
• Demonstrated experience in the ability to deal with ambiguity and focus on conflict resolution.
• Identify, analyze and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Develop strategies, action plans, and metrics to monitor results.
• Work in a team environment and interact effectively with customers, management and sales teams.
• Strong communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with credit monitoring and collection software is a plus

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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the NorthStar Inventory Accountant contributes to the overall success of the Company by overseeing essential inventory and other accounting activities for NorthStar Energy’s Shared Services business units

Responsibilities:

Job Summary

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the NorthStar Inventory Accountant contributes to the overall success of the Company by overseeing essential inventory and other accounting activities for NorthStar Energy’s Shared Services business units, including, but not limited to:

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Process all inventory transactions to determine an average cost between purchases, freight, transfers, and gains or losses in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.

Perform essential duties for month-end close, which includes preparing and posting journal entries, entering data into the inventory module, and reconciling daily usage reports in an accurate and efficient manner.

Support the billing process to ensure accurate and efficient billing, and posting sales for applicable accounts

Daily communication with customers, vendors, and colleagues regarding complex inventory transactions

Prepare and distribute inventory reports with account and activity explanations

Develop and report on inventory related KPI’s and consistently distribute KPI reports

Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for all inventory accounts

Assist in the preparation and fieldwork of both internal and external audits

Manage the inventory count process for all sites and all inventory on hand

Reconcile all general ledger accounts related to inventory, exchanges, cost of goods sold and freight

Other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance,
• Minimum of 3 years accounting or financial analysis experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong problem solving, mathematical and organizational skills
• Knowledge of computer systems and accounting systems (Sage)
• Strong writing and communications abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and its relationship between accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
• Excellent team player with strong collaboration skills
• Experience with process improvement in accounting and transactional processes.

Key Qualities:

The ideal candidate demonstrates high levels of cohesion that will ultimately transpire between fellow colleagues and customers; demonstrates a strong level of commitment and personal agency that will create positive outcomes across the Company; and has the courage to do the right thing in all circumstances.

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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

The NorthStar Energy Director, Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for the Company’s shared service financial planning function including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

• Lead annual budget process to develop detailed operating and capital budgets by business unit in alignment with corporate initiatives.
• Manage development and preparation of monthly financial reporting package including analysis of budget to actual results and an updated outlook for the year.
• Lead development of management dashboard providing insightful and actionable operational metrics.
• Partner with business units to optimize operational and financial performance and deliver insights into obstacles and opportunities to achieve financial goals.
• Oversee all capital budget activity including monitoring of active projects and reporting on actual spend, requested changes, and spending status for larger project.
• Manage FP&A team of 2-3 analysts ensuring accuracy and robustness of work while developing individual analyst’s skill level and career growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning and the monthly reporting process to reduce planning time, improve scenario capability, and reduce planning error.
• Support new capital requests managing the financial modeling and memorandum.
• Support new business development through financial modeling of acquisitions and analysis of target’s financial performance.
• Support the CFO in the preparation of the senior leadership budget and financial performance reporting including monthly Business Unit Report, Annual Peer Review Budget Summary and Annual
  Budget Report.
• Perform ad hoc projects as assigned by CFO
• Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field
• 10+ years of finance, accounting, or related work experience, including direct FP&A experience
• Experience working with operational teams to deliver budget and forecasts
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Self-motivation and initiative to improve processes, resolve uncertainties and drive results
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication at all levels of organization
• Strong and intuitive financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling
• Ability to convey financial information, insights and different perspectives to business managers
• Experience with planning software and corporate performance management software a plus

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Publish Date: January 15, 2020

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Responsible for many aspects of general ledger accounting, which include journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliation preparation and review, management of the sub-system for expense reporting, support the execution of the month-end close. The Senior Accountant is the primary preparer of annual financial statements and footnote disclosures. The Senior Accountant supervises, reviews, oversees, and trains the staff accountants.

Responsibilities:

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Supervise, review, and oversee the work of staff accountants to ensure all financial reporting objectives are met.
• Provide staff accountants with training (including implementation of new procedures), direction, guidance and feedback to ensure a motivated and productive staff.
• Primary preparer of company financial statements and drafting footnotes to the audited financial statements. Also, perform the preparation of non-GAAP reporting, such as, statistical reporting and others as needed.
• Analyze and compile financial information to accurately record transactions; prepare and distributed financial reports and review and verify completeness and accuracy of those reports.
• Prepare, post, review, and approve general ledger and other journal entries for month-end close.
• Prepare, review and approve reconciliations each month, ensuring all balance sheet accounts for all companies have been reconciled timely, and that reconciling items are identified with an effective action plan to resolve.

• Manage and delegate tasks for the intercompany process for transactions between NSE group of companies and Saltchuk (NorthStar Energy’s parent company).
• Prepare and maintain certain prepaid schedules and make adjustments on monthly basis.
• Manage vendor rebate reporting process and ensure accuracy in the accounting treatment of rebates.
• Reconcile complex general ledger accounts, which may include industry specific transactions.
• Perform technical research on complex accounting matters and able to document issues, assumptions, and conclusions in a memo.
• Enforce a strong system of internal controls; identifies weaknesses and implements changes to address.
• Support the cohesive delivery of accounting services under a shared services model; streamline and simplifies accounting processes to ensure quality, consistency, and continuous process improvements
• Support audit functions performed by independent external auditors and internal auditors.
• Act as system administrator for expense reporting, journal entry, and reconciliation applications.
• Work with non-accounting personnel to implement procedural improvements and policies.
• Overall maintenance of the chart of accounts.
• Routinely conduct variance analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies. This includes, partnering with the team and other functions to identify and resolve issues that may impact the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance,
• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, with demonstrated career progression,
• Public accounting experience – strongly preferred,

CPA – strongly preferred

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Publish Date: December 9, 2019

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

JOB TITLE: Vice President, Human Resources

LOCATION: Seattle, WA

REPORTS TO: President & CEO, NorthStar Energy

POSTED: December 6, 2019

CLOSES: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of the NorthStar Energy’s senior leadership team and reporting directly to the President and CEO with dotted line reporting to Saltchuk’s SVP of Human Resources, the VP of HR is responsible for the development and execution of the human capital strategy that supports the organization’s business plan and long-term growth strategy. The incumbent will provide strategic leadership and counsel to the CEO and executive management team on all human capital issues and opportunities including playing a key role in acquisitions and divestures. The position provides the leadership as well as the hands-on day to day management for the Human Resources department and all of its functions, including compensation, recruitment, orientation, training, benefits management, succession planning, talent development, performance management, labor relations, employee recognition and morale. The VPHR role will be located in Seattle and will travel regularly to Alaska and Hawaii, the primary operational hubs, as well as other locations as needed.

NORTHSTAR ENERGY OVERVIEW

NorthStar Energy is a Seattle-based energy holding company in the Saltchuk family of businesses. NorthStar invests in fuel and energy distribution companies in Alaska and Hawaii with a mission to be the vital link to the most reliable, best in class, integrated energy solution, guiding customers to the future of fuel. NorthStar Energy companies provide critical fuel and lubricants to residents, fishery, mining and construction customers in Alaska and Hawaii each year. NorthStar Energy companies include Delta Western Petroleum, the largest petroleum and lubricant distributor in Alaska; Northern Oilfield Services serving the North Slope of Alaska; Alaska Petroleum Distributing, serving residential, commercial, and retail customers in Fairbanks, North Pole, and surrounding areas; and Hawaii Petroleum, the leading independent fuel marketer on Maui and the Big Island of Hawaii. Our 500+ employees are committed to providing safe, reliable service for our valued customers in the markets we serve.

HR LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Vigilance in scanning the external environment to anticipate business and talent threats and opportunities
• Strategic thinking skills to work with the CEO and executive team to set direction
• Cross-functional business understanding with a strong P&L orientation
• Understanding of acquisition processes including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
• The courage and decisiveness, to prioritize, to succeed – or to fail fast and move forward
• The conceptual skills to shape the organization to meet tomorrow’s demographic challenges
• Financial acumen to broadly balance resources and understand the financial implications and trade-offs of investments in every aspect of the business, including talent
• Technological savvy to drive efficiencies and to engage the workforce through innovations in technology solutions
• A risk management perspective with regard to talent
• The ability to convey the importance of talent at all levels as a fiduciary issue to the board and the leadership team
• Legal literacy to help ensure a culture of compliance and integrity at every level of the organization and across borders
• Operational ability to ensure that the transactional aspects of HR are well executed in a world of fast-moving and changing expectations of the employee population
• Unfailingly model the desirable attributes of the culture and passionately advocate them
• Cultivate a compelling employer brand from the inside out and the outside in with a strong marketing orientation
• Align all aspects of the organization around a strong purpose to drive engagement
• Innovate in talent management, engagement and retention strategy
• Reshape the organizational design and rewards structure to reflect the dynamics of the business environment
• Transform HR processes by leveraging new technologies and processes
• Develop a “mindful” culture to embrace change
• Refocus leadership development around change itself in order to produce agile leaders

HR MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures Company compliance with employment legislation and ensures HR policies and procedures are current and communicated broadly.
• Oversees 401k program administration at NorthStar energy, coordinates annual audit, educational programs.
• Negotiates and renews annual health and welfare benefits in coordination with brokers and sister companies and has oversight for open enrollment, ACA and ERISA compliance.
• Updates compensation program; updates job descriptions; conducts annual salary surveys, assists with salary budgets; monitors performance evaluation program.
• Develops staffing strategies including job advertisements, assessments, interviewing, checking references and pre-employment processes.
• Ensures other regulatory reporting is completed including the Affirmative Action Plan, EEO1, Vets 100, Driver Qualification files, and board reports.
• Coordinates FMLA, leave of absences and ADA accommodation requests.

• Coordinates employee work comp claims including contacts with appropriate regulatory industries, employee leaves of absences and return to duty.
• Oversees administration and compliance with the Training Plan, Learning Management System, Ethics and other related training.
• Advises management in the appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. Assists in disciplinary matters or employee recognitions.
• Serves as Labor Relations advisor, coordinating renewal of Collective Bargaining agreements and grievance response.
• Coordinates and conducts management training. Prepares and consolidates management and metric reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years HR leadership experience in an environment that requires both strategic and hands-on skills set.
• Broad and deep experience in all functional areas of HR, including labor and employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, leader development, regulatory and wage and hour compliance, employee communications and management coaching.
• Knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements, track record of resolving union and management issues, managing grievance meetings in conjunction with Labor counsel.
• Strong skills in HR systems, HR process implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Outstanding business acumen, including planning, analysis, critical thinking and decision making.
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with people at all levels, demonstrating integrity and credibility.
• Experience in dynamic, growing organizations with demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and delivering results through people and systems.
• Experience working in a union environment highly desired.
• Preference for using data driven HR business analytics and insights to provide HR recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a strong ability to communicate well with all levels and personalities as well as deliver presentations to large and small groups.
• Highly collaborative and effective at building partnerships.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed, including travel to Alaska and Hawaii,
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; SPHR, MBA or related preferred.

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Publish Date: December 6, 2019

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the NorthStar Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for month-end accounting close activities (journal entries and account reconciliations), processing intercompany transactions, identifying and processing prepaid expenses, and other complex accounting transactions in the general ledger. The Staff Accountant is also responsible for performing variance analysis to identify and analyze discrepancies that may exist in the general ledger. We are seeking an effective communicator with high ethical standards, and also someone who is looking for an environment of continuous improvement and process efficiency.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

The Staff Accountant performs a variety of accounting tasks, including:

Reconciling key balance sheet accounts including intercompany, prepaid expenses, payroll, benefits liabilities, other accrued liabilities.

Posts bi-weekly payroll entries including benefits for all companies.

Preparation and posting of journal entries into the general ledger.

Managing the Lease Accounting system, which includes user setup, input and analysis of NorthStar leases in accordance with ASC 842, and reconciling key lease accounts to verify balances are accurate and complete.

Managing the Concur Expense Reporting system, which includes user setup, expense reporting and authorization, accounting review functions, and monthly journal entry uploads to comply with the travel and expense policy,

Responsible for variance analysis over assigned companies, which includes analysis over the balance sheet and income statement to identify discrepancies, making financial inquiries from site managers, and posting journal entries before the month-end close.

Utilizes knowledge of internal controls to identify potential weaknesses in the internal control environment.

Assists the internal and external audit by providing source documentation or other information as requested.

Utilizes experience to drive improvements and efficiencies.

Collaborates on cross functional projects with internal and external team members.

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Publish Date: December 6, 2019

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Job Summary

This position administers the PO process and purchases materials for, site R&M, safety, environmental, office requirements and will support purchasing for capital projects as directed. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Tracks purchases and maintains a current database of vendor information.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Manages the requisition and purchase order processes including fleet and facility capital expenditures.
• Reviews requisitions for appropriate approval and GL code / project code numbers.
• Oversees purchasing department invoice processing and GL coding in coordination with accounting team.
• Works with sites and projects on any re-sale or new opportunity quotes and bids.
• Monitors all designated users Pcards and issue PO’s for all credit card purchases over the requisition limit.
• Coordinates with management to develop standardizations and specifications of product requirements.
• Negotiates pricing, terms and conditions with suppliers and vendors under direction of the Project Coordinator.
• Advises coordinators for projects on pricing and material lead times for scheduling.
• Maintains and provides weekly snapshot of PO’s issued and spend by site for R&M requisitions.
• Create and update records and databases with financial and other data.
• Submit timely reports and prepare presentations/proposals as assigned.
• Document and following up on important action items and decisions from meetings. Providing administrative support as needed.
• Maintains good working relationships with suppliers and staying informed of new products and processes
• Uses best industry practices for purchasing and shipping items for the site. Including multiple bid process and awarding the supplier that best fits the needs and time frame of the requisition request.
• Inventory management to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products. Following up with the site on received items.
• Works with land, water and air transportation carriers for pricing and negotiated disconnected rates for delivery of goods to site locations.

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Publish Date: November 11, 2019

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

This position, based in Anchorage, Alaska, is responsible for supporting environmental regulatory compliance for NorthStar Energy, and her subsidiaries, which includes planning and implementing environmental policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations. This position may be required to fulfill the role of designated Qualified Individual (QI) for spill response.

Responsibilities:

Develops, implements, and provides support for environmental programs, including, but not limited to: air quality, aboveground storage tanks, class two facilities, contaminated sites, drills and exercises, due diligence, hazardous chemicals, piping, response plans, security, spill prevention and response, tankship management, underground storage tanks, waste, water, and wildlife.

Engages within the environmental department and operations team in a positive way to continue to develop best practices in environmental compliance.

Effectively communicates with agency personnel, industry colleagues, and coworkers.

Develops and implements programmatic initiatives including the development of compliance summaries, internal informational guidance documents, plans, bulletins, forms, manuals, and electronic content.

Assists in the development and administration of environmental compliance system.

Able to prioritize and meet multiple overlapping deadlines.

Prepares regulatory plans, permits, and applications.

Develops, reviews, and edits facility specific plans.

Provides support to resolve/address environmental compliance matters including directing and training of staff, communication with agency personnel, and developing corrective actions.

Inspects facilities for environmental compliance.

Oversee work of contractors with support and cooperation of internal business partners such as site managers, maintenance and operations teams.

Provides guidance to company personnel on potential or actual breaches of compliance regulations and recommends corrective or preventative actions.

Participates in industry meetings, conferences, and training. May be asked to sit on boards or committees of industry organizations.

This position requires travel to various locations throughout Alaska, and periodic travel to Seattle and other locations.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements:

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree (prefer Bachelor of Science or Engineering) and a minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental consulting, or waste management. A combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Experience: Candidates with experience in one or more of the following environmental programs will be given higher priority: air quality, contaminated sites, spill prevention and response, underground storage tanks, waste management, and stormwater.

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Publish Date: August 5, 2019

Company Description: NorthStar Energy is a holding company with energy distribution businesses operating in Alaska and Hawaii. We are committed to being the vital link between best in class fuel solutions and our customers in remote communities, now and into the future. Right now, people are reassessing their relationship with fuel, as they become more efficient and conscious about energy. At NorthStar Energy it is our plan to take advantage of our integral position in niche markets to lead the way in energy innovation and decarbonization.

Description:

Bring your accounting expertise!

Responsible for many aspects of general accounting including journal entry preparation, review and posting, account reconciliation preparation and reviews, maintaining the chart of accounts, managing the sub-systems for expense reporting & journal entry recording, supporting the execution of the month-end close while maintaining compliance with NorthStar and US GAAP accounting policies and principles. Assists with the drafting of financial statements and footnotes disclosures. Reviews and oversees the work of junior staff accountants. Reports on variances, assists in analyzing and correcting discrepancies. Partners with the team and other functions to identify and resolve issues which impact the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

Compiles and analyzes financial information to accurately record transactions; prepares financial reports and reviews and verifies completeness and accuracy.

Prepares and posts general ledger entries for month-end close

Reviews and approves journal entries

Prepares and manages intercompany charges and transactions between NSE group of companies and ultimate parent company

Prepares and maintains prepaid insurance schedules and journal entries and monthly prepaid insurance adjustments

Manages the vendor rebate reporting process and ensures accuracy in the accounting treatment of rebates received or receivable.

Reconciles complex general ledger accounts; reconciles industry specific transactions

Reviews and approves reconciliations

Assists with the preparation and review of company financial statements, statistical reporting and drafting footnotes to the audited financial statements

Oversees the work of junior accountants

Prepares monthly reports and distributes as needed.

Assists with technical research on complex accounting matters.

Enforces a strong system of internal controls; identifies weaknesses and implements changes to address.

Supports the cohesive delivery of accounting services under a shared services model; streamlines and simplifies accounting processes to ensure quality, consistency and continuous process improvements

Supports audit functions performed by independent external auditors and internal auditors.

Acts as system administrator for expense reporting, journal entry and reconciliation applications.

Ensures that all balance sheet accounts for all companies have been reconciled timely and that reconciling items are identified with an effective action plan to resolve.

Works with non-accounting personnel to implement procedural improvements and policies.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance,

4-6 years of accounting experience with demonstrated career progression with hands-on experience in the period-end closing process

Strong understanding of US GAAP, Accounting and internal control concepts

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook and Excel skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to research and problem solve.

Ability to multi-task, with strong attention to detail

Strong time management skills.

Proficient written and oral communication skills

Desired Characteristics:

Personal Agency: desire to create positive outcomes, and embraces a safety mindset that underpins our ongoing existence

Growth Mind-set: Desire to grow in the role and be promoted within the Company.

Performance Driven: Sets and maintains high standards, holds self and others accountable

Solutions Oriented: Provides solutions in response to challenges; identifies opportunities for improvements and efficiencies

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