Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 110217)

About the role

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Administrative Services is recruiting for an Accounting Technician 1 position in Juneau, Alaska.

Responsibilities

• Supports department travel and financial operations by reviewing, entering, and approving Travel Authorizations, taxable travel, Move Expense Reports, and PCard transactions in the State's IRIS FIN and HRM systems.
• Researches and resolves financial discrepancies.
• Provides guidance to administrative staff and interprets applicable state manuals and contracts.
• Frequent communication with vendors, managers, and operating staff to answer inquiries and deliver training when needed.

Requirements

• 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).

Qualifications

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required.

Skills

• Accounting Operation: Ability to collect, analyze, and organize accounting data.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to identify discrepancies, completeness or inaccuracies in data and make corrections.
• Office and Computer Skills: Experience with IRIS (the statewide accounting system) or other accounting programs. Intermediate or advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook programs.
• Customer Service: Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing. Positive, professional, and outgoing attitude oriented toward customer service.
• Self-Management: Experience performing detail-oriented assignments independently or with minimal supervision. Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently as well as in a close team environment.

Benefits

A welcoming, professional environment to those seeking new challenges in a dynamic financial landscape, with opportunities to work both independently and alongside department leadership on innovative solutions. The division is committed to providing the tools and support needed to achieve work-life balance within a culture that values and recognizes each team member.

Pay

The wage for this position increased by 3% effective July 1, 2026. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

Schedule

This position is based in the Juneau Headquarters building and offers convenient access to ample, unrestricted parking. The incumbent can expect daily interaction with the DAS team and frequent communication with division staff and outside vendors through teleconference, TEAMS, and in person meetings.