Accounting Technician ; Payables and Travel, PCN

Important Requirements

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

This position is being recruited for in Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla, Fairbanks, or Juneau.

Pay will be determined based on location of selected individual.

• Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla salary: $30.62
• Fairbanks salary: $31.54
• Juneau salary: $32.15

This position provides department-wide Accounts Payable and Travel support by reviewing, processing, and reconciling invoices, travel reimbursements, and related financial transactions. Responsibilities include analyzing financial and payroll error reports, researching and resolving discrepancies, preparing journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records within the State’s accounting systems. The position also assists staff with Accounts Payable and Travel procedures, ensures compliance with state policies, and supports other fiscal operations as needed.

The Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) mission statement is: “Conserving, improving, and protecting Alaska's natural resources and environment to enhance the health, safety, economic, and social well‑being of Alaskans.” This position directly contributes to the success of this mission by ensuring that DEC divisions’ requests are handled timely, transactions are processed accurately, and quality customer service is provided. As the Division of Administrative Services (DAS), we seek an employee whose values line up with ours:
Accuracy, Timeliness, Great Customer Service, and a Positive Outlook.

One‑on‑one training and supportive guidance to help you develop confidence and advance your career within the Department and the State of Alaska. Join a professional, collaborative team that values cooperation, respect, and a positive work environment.

This position is being recruited statewide, with duty stations in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Soldotna, and Wasilla. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and customer‑focused team that provides essential Accounts Payable and Travel support to DEC programs across Alaska.

• Accounting: Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods.
• Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers, delivers high‑quality products and services, and is committed to continuous improvement.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Two years of technical level accounting or bookkeeping experience, of which at least one year was at the full‑proficiency level.

Substitutions:

• Certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college will substitute for one year of the required experience at the non‑full‑proficiency level.
• Post‑secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for up to one year of the required experience at the non‑full‑proficiency level if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours in Accounting.
• Post‑secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required two years of experience if it includes at least 9 semester/12 quarter hours at or above the 200 level in Accounting.
• An associate’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college will substitute for the required two years of experience if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours at or above the 200 level in Accounting.

The State’s online recruitment system requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.

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. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:

Christina Mc Coskey

Accountant 5/Finance Officer

Phone: 907‑269‑7566

Email: christina.mccoskey