Accounting Technician 2 (PCN 10-0236)

Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources, Support Services Division, is recruiting for an Accounting Technician 2 in Anchorage. Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

• Analyze lease/permit/easement/land sales/payoff accounts for accuracy and process adjustments as needed.
• Review the agreement postings and verify that payments are correctly applied to interest, principal, and late fees, if applicable.
• Calculate and process journal entries for identified discrepancies and assist with reviewing accounts prior to bi-weekly billing.
• Receipt incoming checks and credit card payments, determine the appropriate receipting screen, and enter the payment in R&B.
• Serve as backup during absences by answering phone calls to take payments and/or address questions while providing exceptional customer service.

Mission and Values/Culture

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages all state-owned land, water, and natural resources, except for fish and wildlife, on behalf of the people of Alaska. The Anchorage fiscal office is a small team of hardworking individuals who provide revenue and billing support across the entire department. We work in a fast-paced environment to serve a wide range of customers and are committed to making a direct positive impact on the lives of the Alaskans while maintaining work-life balance.

We are committed to:

• Continued professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive health and retirement benefits.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Personal leave accrual with a rate increase based on time served.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

This is an on-site position, you will be working in our finance office located on the 14th floor of the Robert B. Atwood Building with beautiful views of downtown Anchorage. You will be within walking distance of free covered parking, with easy access to public transportation, shopping, coffee shops, and restaurants. We are looking to add a team member who enjoys learning and staying engaged, and who can be part of a professional, fun environment where independent thinking and helping others are highly valued.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of entry technical level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience.
• Certification as an Accounting Technician from an accredited college 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) if it includes at least 6 semester/8 quarter hours in Accounting.