Accountant ; PCN Juneau or Anchorage

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Accountant 4 (PCN 253113) | Workplace Alaska page has loaded.

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE
The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply

Come join the State of Alaska!

This job class uses Competency Based minimum qualifications (MQs). Please read the Competency Based MQ instructions below to learn more.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Program Management and Administration, is looking for an Accountant 4 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Pay is based on the location of the selected applicant; salaries will be discussed at the time of the interview.

The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is seeking a highly skilled Accountant 4 to lead complex financial operations within our Finance Section. This role focuses on managing interagency expenditures, operating revenue accounting, team supervision, IRIS system certifications, and high-level special projects. This is a high-responsibility, leadership-oriented accounting role in public service.

If you are passionate about financial management, process improvement, and public service, we encourage you to apply!

This role contributes to keeping Alaska moving and may be based in Anchorage or Juneau with telework options where available.

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. DOT&PF has over 3000 employees, oversees 237 airports, 9 ferries serving 33 communities, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state. We keep Alaska moving through service and infrastructure. We value collaboration, communication, and coordination to succeed. Our core values are integrity, excellence, and respect, and we support teamwork and collaboration to achieve results.

Benefits include a generous package and an excellent retirement plan. For more information, see: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The working environment may be in either Anchorage or Juneau. Juneau: 3.5 mile, Juneau (near SEARHC and DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery). Anchorage: 2200 E 42nd Avenue. Telework options are available.

The ideal candidate will possess the following position-specific competencies:

• Supervision
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  Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; evaluates performance; develops staff; and may recommend or independently take personnel actions.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
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  Uses a logical, systematic approach to address problems or opportunities.
• Oral and Written Communication
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  Communicates effectively to audiences, including technical or sensitive information; presents clearly; listens and responds appropriately.

The competency descriptions below provide a framework for understanding required KSAs, tasks, and behaviors. They are not exhaustive but guidance for evaluating capabilities.

Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.)

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

• Analysis and Assessment
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  Uses information technology to access, collect, analyze, maintain, and disseminate data and information.
• Financial Analysis
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  Knowledge of financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling; data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key indicators and trends.
• Principles of Accounting
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  Knowledge of GAAP, double-entry, accrual accounting, full accounting cycle, ledgers, journals, and financial statements.
• Reasoning
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  Identifies rules and relationships to draw conclusions.
• Technical Competence
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  Applies formal training and on-the-job experience to perform the job; advises others on technical issues.

Special notes on competencies and education expectations are provided for guidance.

Some positions may require a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and/or a CPA. The requirement will be noted in the recruitment posting.