Accountant 2 (02-8099)

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant 2 works with a team of accounting professionals to ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices, daily uploading of retirement contributions, and daily interfacing with the State’s accounting system. The position assists with reconciling expenditures and revenues and preparing quarterly and annual financial statements. It offers the opportunity to learn fund accounting principles as they apply to pension benefit plans and healthcare trust funds. The role is in the Finance section’s Accounting unit of the Division of Retirement and Benefits, which administers retirement and benefits plans for the State of Alaska and political subdivisions. The unit’s mission is to provide timely and accurate financial reporting for the plans administered by the division. This recruitment is open to Alaska residents only.

Requirements

Competency in accounting operations, including general ledger accounting, control and subsidiary account relationships, and reconciliation techniques for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and disbursing officer accountability.
Adaptability: adjust planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, using a logical and systematic approach and drawing on knowledge, experience, and other resources.
Computer skills, including use of computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems.
Oral and written communication skills, including communicating effectively with different audiences, making clear presentations, listening, and responding appropriately.
Competencies typically gained through any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial management.
Applicants must meet the Alaska residency requirements for this recruitment.