Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 061818)

State of Alaska • Anchorage or Juneau, AK

352d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Administration, Shared Services of Alaska is recruiting for an Accounting Technician 1 in Anchorage or Juneau. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. The position reviews, audits, and reconciles financial transactions for the accounts payable, travel, or PCard team. Shared Services of Alaska (SSOA) provides enterprise-wide management of financial transactions and back-office support for common administrative functions. SSOA is comprised of four programs: (1) Accounts Payable, (2) Travel and Expense Reimbursement, (3) Aged Accounts Receivables and Debt Recovery, and (4) Central Mail and Print Services. SSOA's overarching goal is to standardize and streamline business processes, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive higher quality service. The incumbent's work contributes to the division's success through their assistance with key tasks related to the Accounts Payable and Travel programmatic components.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning: Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and reconcile financial transactions for accounts payable, travel, or PCard team.
• Assist with key tasks related to the Accounts Payable and Travel programmatic components.

Benefits

• Hybrid telework opportunities.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Team atmosphere and rewarding positions.
• Multiple career ladders across job categories.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees