Accounting Technician 3 (ACPE)(05-0440)

Job Description

We are on the search for an Accounting Technician to join our dynamic Finance team.

Are spreadsheets your happy place Do you enjoy variety in your work day

the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE)!

The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) is excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic detail-loving Accounting Technician 3 to join our team! In this pivotal role youll take the lead on producing monthly budget reports for ACPE and the Alaska Student Loan Corporation (ASLC); review and approve accounting transactions prepared by an Accounting Technician 2everything from vendor payments and RSAs to travel requests and reimbursements in the State of Alaskas Integrated Resource Information System (IRIS); and dive into a variety of budget administrative and student loan accounting tasks. Were looking for someone who embodies our core values of service innovation empowerment quality and accountability.

At ACPE were passionate about continuous learning and professional growth. We invest in employee training provide real opportunities for advancement and welcome motivated candidates eager to expand their knowledge and skills. If youre driven and ready to grow were ready to support you.

ACPE is the States postsecondary education agency promoting access to and success in education and career training after high school. Our Juneau office is conveniently located in the Vintage Business Park area of the Mendenhall Valley close to the bus line with ample parking. Positions with the Commission are eligible for all State of Alaska health care leave and retirement benefits. For more information about ACPE our mission and our services please visit our website at

The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following knowledge skills and abilities :

• Knowledge of government accounting practices including accrual and obligation methods
• Skills in processing vendor payments travel transactions reimbursable service agreements and budget reporting
• Ability to research interpret and explain policies and procedures
• Possess a high level of attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel Word and Outlook)

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Postsecondary education from an accredited college will substitute for up to one year of the required experience at the non-full-proficiency level (3 semester / 4 quarter hours equal one month) if it includes at least 6 semester / 8 quarter hours in accounting.

Postsecondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required two years of experience (3 semester / 4 quarter hours equal one month) if it includes at least 9 semester / 12 quarter hours at or above the 200 level in accounting.

An associates 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.

Other Information :

This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(11).

Additional Required Information

Additional Required Information

EDUCATION

If postsecondary education is being used to meet minimum qualifications you must complete the Education and Training section of the application and attach your transcripts to your application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degrees Obtained field.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

INTERVIEW

Applicants invited for an interview will be required to provide the following at time of interview :

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time.

Special Notice : Please Read Carefully

An applicants response to the minimum qualification question must be supported by the job application.

This position is in the exempt service; therefore it is not covered by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement. As a result ACPE may choose to fill this position as soon as a qualified applicant is identified. While ACPE is in the Department of Education and Early Development for administrative support services only the Commission and its staff are not subject to the direction of the Commissioner of Education and Early Development nor the State Board of Education. Applicants who have any type of educational loan with the Commission must be current in payments to be considered for employment. A routine background check will be conducted on those applicants interviewed and under serious consideration for the position.

EEO Statement

The State of Alaska complies with Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or 465-4095 in Juneau or (TTY) 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.

Contact Information :

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1- (toll free) or if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to

For applicant password assistance please visit : Information

For specific information about this position please contact the hiring manager at the following :

Melanie Stewart Accountant 5

Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to State of Alaska employees. Actual benefits may vary based on bargaining unit position type and full- or part-time status. For a detailed overview of insurance health and retirement benefits visit the Division of Retirement and Benefits website. State of Alaska Division of Retirement and Benefits

Insurance Benefits

Health insurance (medical / vision / dental) with employer contributions

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance (additional optional coverage may be available)

Optional group insurance programs including long-term / short-term disability accidental death and dismemberment long-term care and supplemental survivor benefits

Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

Membership in PERS or TRS

Employer contributions to defined contribution or defined benefit plans depending on hire date

Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity in lieu of Social Security

Optional enrollment in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program

See Division of Retirement and Benefits : Retiree for additional information

Paid Leave and Other Benefits

Personal leave accrual with increases based on time served

Twelve paid holidays per year

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Accounting Software,Cash Flow Analysis,Clerical Experience,GAAP,Accounting,10 Key Calculator,Peoplesoft,Filing,Payroll,Financial Report Interpretation,Accounts Payable,Bookkeeping

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1