Director of Finance

Why choose us

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaskas Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social cultural and economic welfare of over 35000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Calista Brice do

Calista Brice is a dynamic family of 20 companies tackling the toughest challenges in construction engineering and environmental services. Founded in 2012 and backed by over 60 years of industry experience weve grown into a powerhouse group that combines the resources of a large organization with the agility and personal touch of smaller firms.

Our team provides centralized services for our companies such as IT HR and business operational support. We deliver these vital services so our subsidiaries can focus on their specialized work. As part of our team youll develop versatile business skills while building relationships across diverse industries and making a meaningful impact on our entire organization. Your expertise will directly support our mission of strengthening our subsidiaries while creating opportunities that benefit Alaska Native communities.

What can you expect

As the Director of Finance you will work onsite in Anchorage AK and will be responsible for supporting the economic and financial viability of the Civil Business Unit (BU) and its subsidiaries by using management strategies financial accounting human resource planning customer relations risk management and new technologies to conceptualize and formulate strategic initiatives that further the overall vision and mission of Business Unit (BU) Leadership Subsidiaries Holding Line and parent company. Act as liaison with Calista Corporation Accounting for Business Unit (BU) & Subsidiaries.

How will you do it

• Direct and manage the annual budgeting process for the Business Unit.
• Develop and maintain rolling financial forecasts and long-range financial planning models to support Business Unit strategic initiatives and capital planning.
• Work with Calista Corporation accounting to Direct and manage annual audits with subsidiaries.
• Use analytics to identify issues and opportunities and to help facilitate solutions and process improvements.
• Integrate financial data and enhance real-time data availability/reliability.
• Provide intercompany business support.
• Provide annual SBA reporting support.
• Engage with operations to review results and develop forward-looking projections for finances project expenditures WIPs capital spending cash flow billings and other.
• Engage with operations to consult on accounting rules processes and internal controls as needed.
• Assist with subsidiary financial management as needed for backfill or support.
• Represent the Business Unit at official functions as required.
• Oversee Business Unit contracts.
• Assist Business Unit leadership in financial and Holding Line presentations.
• Act as a business partner to the Holding Line Secretary/Treasurer on finance & budgeting matters in collaboration with Business Unit leadership.
• Collaborate with the Business Unit leadership and subsidiaries to devise effective short-term and long-term strategic plans.
• Create actionable vision/goals and measure tangible progress.
• Contribute to operational entity financial matters with the Holding Line and parent company.
• Maintain situational awareness related to Business Unites legal matters.
• Assist the Business Unit leadership with extensive project financial estimate reviews.
• Implement best practices; discover and evaluate ways to increase net income by eliminating wasteful practices.
• Analyze business results compare them to budget explain differences and make recommendations for the Business Unit or subsidiary changes.
• Lead and support the Business Unit leadership and subsidiaries in applying and implementing new policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws policies and regulations.
• Responsible for aggregating BU capital asset expenditures and divestitures.
• Track and Coordinate Surety Bond exposure and usage levels with HL Secretary/Treasurer.
• Oversee Business Unit cash flow planning and liquidity management to ensure sufficient funding for operations capital investments and project execution.
• Support the continuous improvement of financial systems reporting tools and data analytics capabilities to enhance decision-making and operational transparency.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Supervisory Functions:

This position will have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of budgeting forecasting and financial reporting including oversight of audit processes and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of financial management accounting principles budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable financial regulations governing corporate financial practices.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Understanding of short-term and long-term business strategy formulation and implementation.
• Ability to develop and monitor budgets forecasts and financial performance metrics.
• Awareness of laws and regulations governing financial practices business operations and corporate governance.
• Knowledge of financial risk exposure and managing financial liabilities.
• Understanding of business unit contracts negotiation processes and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of tracking reporting and managing capital expenditures and asset divestitures.
• Familiarity with estimating reviewing and managing project financials.
• Ability to analyze financial data compare actual results to budget forecasts and recommend corrective actions.
• Strong skills in preparing directing and managing annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with leadership teams subsidiaries and stakeholders across departments.
• Skilled in identifying issues proposing solutions and driving process improvements based on financial data.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams support subsidiary financial management and manage relationships with business unit leadership and external partners.
• Proficient in coordinating financial estimates overseeing project budgets and ensuring project financial success.
• Expertise in generating financial reports including SBA reporting audit results and capital asset expenditure summaries.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and business units.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of managing contracts ensuring compliance and addressing any issues that arise.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data with precision and ensure all aspects of the business units financial health are accounted for.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and complex business environments particularly with evolving regulations and financial processes.
• Strong decision-making skills particularly in high-pressure situations with an emphasis on making data-driven decisions that align with business goals.

Who is Calista Brice LLC looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Economics or a related field.
• Ten (10) years of experience in financial management budgeting forecasting and financial analysis within a business unit or similar organizational structure.
• Proven experience managing annual budgeting processes and working with accounting departments on audits and financial reporting.
• Previous experience in contract management including oversight and compliance responsibilities.
• Valid state drivers license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Companys Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug driving and background screenings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Masters degree or relevant certifications (e.g. CPA CMA) may be preferred.
• Construction operations and experience with the SBA 8(a) program preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or other relevant financial certifications are a plus.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Calista Brice has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance.

More reasons you will love working with Calista Brice LLC:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety Gear Allowance: $350.00 in reimbursement annually
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance AD&D LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD Accident Cancer/Critical illness and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid time off (based on an employee having 2080 paid regular hours per year (40 hours per week). May increase per years of service in eligible status.)
• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays 1 Bonus Work Anniversary Floating Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions or company handbook. For questions please email the Human Resources Department at

How do you apply

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PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally it is our policy to select place train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality attitude and experience so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race color religion/creed sex national origin age disability marital status veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity citizenship genetic information or other protected status. When applicable our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring training transfer promotion placement layoff compensation termination reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable state and federal laws to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

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This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.