Accounting Technician 1 (Pcn 089026)

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only.

This on-site position is in located in our Juneau Headquarters Office, in the State Office -Building, in beautiful downtown Juneau, Alaska. This position is not eligible for telework and is for Alaska Residents only. 

The Division of Investments with the Department of Commerce Community and Economic Development is recruiting for an Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 08-9026).

What you will be doing:

As a direct positive impact on the people and economy of Alaska you will participate in the journaling and distribution of all daily cash receipts, suspense items, disbursements, and adjusting entries to the general ledger accounts for the Division of Investments revolving loan funds.

Your accurate and timely accounting will provide real-time insight into the division's positive impact on Alaska's economy.

Our organization, mission, and culture: 

The mission of the Division of Investments team is to administer and service loan programs under the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development. These programs were primarily designed to promote economic development through direct state lending in industries and areas of the state that are not adequately serviced by the private sector.

The Investments team values a work-life balance.  Our team is a small, welcoming community of loan officers, collection officers, loan closers, accountants, and technicians. You will be part of a team that promotes economic development and works closely with small businesses and commercial fishermen throughout the State of Alaska.

The benefits and joining our team:

Joining out team allows you to become part of a close-knit community where support, mentorship, and camaraderie abound.  Working within this division's General Ledger section will provide a significant boost to your resume, as you become immersed in fund accounting, loan interest calculation, and providing support to the preparation of the year-end ACFR (Annual Comprehensive Financial Statements) reports.

The division has a strong history of advancing internal employees, whether by promotion or task empowerment.

Above all, there is the satisfaction of working within a team directly and positively impacting the economic wellbeing of Alaska's economy.

The working conditions you can expect: 

As this is an on-site position and not eligible for telework, you will be working in our headquarters office located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in beautiful downtown Juneau.  You will enjoy a collaborative atmosphere in a fully resourced and modern office space, with splendid views of Mount Juneau and the Gastineau Channel.

The 9th floor, has a fully equipped and spacious break room, that you will have full access to, as well as easy access to various restaurants and coffee shops downtown.

The General Ledger team is highly cohesive, approachable, and driven by a pride in what we accomplish daily for Alaskans. We look forward to you joining our team!

Who we are looking for: 

To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Foundational knowledge of accounting procedures and practices;
• Experience identifying discrepancies or inaccuracies in data, and making necessary corrections;
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain laws, rules, and regulations as related to accounting;
• Knowledge of loan accounting, interest calculation and amortization; and
• Experience with the state accounting system IRIS, or other automated accounting systems.

One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.

Substitutions:

Successful completion of a formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping will substitute for the required experience.

Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month). 

 Documents to be Attached to the Application:

• Post-secondary transcripts, if using to meet the minimum qualifications;
• Please attach a resume to the application.

Documents Needed at the Time of Interview:

• Three (3) most recent evaluations, or three (3) professional reference letters.  
• List three (3) current professional references that have had supervisory responsibility over you along with their current daytime contact information.

Education:

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.  Transcripts must be attached at the time the application is submitted.

Work Experience:

If using work experience in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position and it is not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

Multiple Vacancies:

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO Statement:

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information:

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Hiring Manager: Tamara Criddle

Title: Accountant 4

Phone Number: (907) 465-2510

Email: tamara.criddle@alaska.gov