State of Alaska · 1 day ago
Accounting Technician 1
Juneau, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $24/hr
1+ years expThe State of Alaska is seeking an Accounting Technician 1 to join their Division of Investments. This entry-level position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public service and financial operations while supporting loan programs that enhance Alaska's economy.
ElectronicsGovernmentSecurity
Responsibilities
Build a strong foundation in accounting through real-world experience with financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting
Receive training and mentorship to confidently navigate state financial systems like IRIS
Sharpen your attention to detail by identifying and resolving data discrepancies
Enhance your communication and customer service skills while supporting internal teams and external borrowers
Your work will directly support the journaling and distribution of daily cash receipts, suspense items, disbursements, and adjusting entries for the Division of Investments’ revolving loan funds
You’re the one entering transactions, reviewing and preparing deposits, and making sure the Division’s financial records stay accurate and up to date
You work closely with the Accounting Technician 2, 3, Accountant 3 and the Systems Manager, supporting them by maintaining accounting files, reconciling accounts, processing payments, and helping ensure fiscal workflows run smoothly across the Division
Qualification
Required
Foundational knowledge of accounting procedures and practices
Experience identifying discrepancies or inaccuracies in data, and making necessary corrections
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain laws, rules, and regulations as related to accounting
Knowledge of loan accounting, interest calculation and amortization
Experience with the state accounting system IRIS, or other automated accounting systems
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)
Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
Company
State of Alaska
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10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.72MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyU.S. Department of Agriculture
2023-10-23Grant· $0.5M
2023-05-22Grant· $0.22M
Leadership Team
Dominick Liriano
CEO/President
Anne Zink
Chief Medical Officer for the State of Alaska
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