Accounting Technician ; PCN

Job Summary

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Accounting Technician I – Full‑time, Fairbanks, Alaska. This position is open to Alaska residents only.

• Support travel and accounting functions of the division, including coordinating goods and services requests, processing payroll, auditing, reconciling, and maintaining record‑keeping of invoices and payments.
• Coordinate travel bookings, audit and reconcile divisional travel events for employees and clients.
• Participate in continuous improvement of travel and accounts payable processes for the State of Alaska.
• Assist the Regional Accounting Team with payroll, inventory management, and supplies.

• Self‑Management – sets realistic goals, works independently, and demonstrates initiative.
• Decision Making – makes informed, objective decisions and commits to action.
• Principles of Accounting – knowledge of GAAP, double entry, accrual, full accounting cycle.
• Customer Service – works with clients and colleagues to meet needs and provide quality service.
• Computer Skills – proficient with computers, databases, and automated systems.

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

Substitutions: A formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping, or post‑secondary education where 3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month.

Full‑time benefits include insurance, retirement, paid leave, and twelve paid holidays per year. Probationary period of six months.

Additional benefits: health insurance with employer contributions, optional insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Applicants must meet residency requirements. The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the ADA. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation may contact 1‑800‑587‑4095.