Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 04-0026) - State of Alaska

Are you looking for a job that includes:

• Working with a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced, and fun team
• Having opportunities for career progression – promote!
• Playing a direct role in improving the lives of Alaskans by supporting the child support program

If you are interested in working in a dynamic agency where you will be a part of this vision, then we want you!


What you will be doing:
Under the general direction of the supervisor, the incumbent of this position will perform paraprofessional-level accounting work which requires technical knowledge with regard to application of standard accounting procedures and practices in analyzing and interpreting accounts and accounting documents.
 
 
Where you will be working:
Our offices are located in downtown Anchorage. Free, covered parking is provided and we are within walking distance of several restaurants and other amenities.

Additionally, there are many benefits of working for the State of Alaska, including great health insurance, retirement benefits, higher than average leave accrual (paid time off), regular (annual or biannual) step/pay increases, union-negotiated cost of living increases, and a variety of discounts at participating businesses (gym memberships, Microsoft Office, Dell computers, GCI, AT&T, Verizon, etc.).
 

Our organization, mission, and culture:
Your work is important and challenging and we are focused on making a difference in the lives of the families we serve.  

Your work will help us to meet federal and department goals and objectives effectively and efficiently. We are interested in your ability to progress and provide in-depth training, mentoring and advancement opportunities.  

This position requires in-person training, office presence is required during this time.
 
 
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, you will need the following core competencies:

• Experience in computerized accounting,
• Experience finding discrepancies in payroll, accounts payable and/or receivables,
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet programs and Microsoft Word or similar word processing programs,
• Good attendance practices and punctuality,
• Strong interpersonal skills that enables effectively working in a team,
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information,
• Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced agency.