Accounting Technician ; PCN

What You Will Be Doing

Under the guidance of Accounting Technician 3, the Accounting Technician 2 is part of the Accounts Maintenance Unit (AMU), which will utilize the Revenue and Billing System (R&B). Daily tasks include:

• Analyze lease/permit/easement/land sales/payoff accounts for accuracy and process adjustments as needed.
• Review agreement postings and verify that payments are correctly applied to interest, principal, and late fees, if applicable.
• Calculate and process journal entries for identified discrepancies and assist with reviewing accounts prior to bi‑weekly billing.
• Receipt incoming checks and credit card payments, determine the appropriate receipting screen, and enter the payment in R&B.
• Serve as backup during absences by answering phone calls to take payments and/or address questions while providing exceptional customer service.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages all state‑owned land, water, and natural resources, except for fish and wildlife, on behalf of the people of Alaska. The Anchorage fiscal office is a small team of hardworking individuals who provide revenue and billing support across the entire department. We work in a fast‑paced environment to serve a wide range of customers and are committed to making a direct positive impact on the lives of Alaskans while maintaining work‑life balance.

This position offers:

• Continued professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive health and retirement benefits.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Personal leave accrual with a rate increase based on time served.

As an on‑site position, you will work in our finance office located on the 14th floor of the Robert

B. Atwood Building with views of downtown Anchorage. It is within walking distance of free covered parking, has easy access to public transportation, shopping, coffee shops, and restaurants. We are looking for a team member who enjoys learning, staying engaged, and who can contribute to a professional, fun environment where independent thinking and helping others are highly valued.

The candidate must possess the following competencies:

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable, high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results; determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work; accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions; complies with established control systems and rules.
• Accounting: Knowledge of traditional accounting practices, including accrual, obligations, and cost methods.
• Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning: Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly; solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical techniques such as formulas and percentages.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

One year of entry‑level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience is required. Substitutions include: certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college, or post‑secondary education from an accredited college that includes at least 6 semester hours in accounting (equivalent to three semester/ four quarter hours).

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should 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.

Hiring Manager:
Marty Stokes
Accountant 4
Phone: 907‑269‑8680
Email: marty.stokes