Accountant 2 (02-8070)

State of Alaska; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

State of Alaska in Juneau seeks a full-time Accountant 3 to analyze, summarize, and report financial data for the Division of Retirement and Benefits. You will maintain internal controls and provide financial oversight of accounting functions, supporting quarterly, monthly, and annual statements.

The role involves learning fund accounting principles and contributing to timely financial reporting and client services. In-state hybrid telework may be available after training.

Qualifications

• Accounting operations knowledge including general ledger and reconciliation techniques.
• Analytical thinking to address problems or opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present clearly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, summarize, and report financial data for retirement and benefits plans.
• Maintain internal controls and provide financial oversight of accounting functions.
• Learn fund accounting concepts and complete related financial statements and reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting operations

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Oral and written communication

Education

Accounting or finance degree

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description

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

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.

This position is a full-proficiency, professional level position in which you will analyze, summarize, and report financial data, maintain internal controls, and provide financial oversight and control of accounting functions. The incumbent will use their knowledge to resolve accounting issues and provide direction in the practical application of the Division’s procedures and techniques for the benefit of our clients. In this job the incumbent will learn the principles of fund accounting, along with learning to complete quarterly, monthly, and annual financial statements and reconciliations. These accounting functions will help build on skills that can be used for future job promotions.

What You Will Be Doing

As a member of the Finance section/Accounting unit, you will analyze, summarize, and report financial data, maintain internal controls, and provide financial oversight for the Division’s retirement and benefits plans.

Our Organization, Mission, and Culture

The Division of Retirement and Benefits administers the State of Alaska and political subdivision retirement and benefits plans. The Division of Retirement and Benefits continues to support the needs of retirees while providing customer services to active members. We achieve organizational excellence by focusing on the customer to deliver exceptional services using effective and efficient processes. The mission of the Finance section/Accounting unit is to provide timely and accurate financial reporting for the plans administered by the division.

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

The Division provides its accountants opportunities for professional development, future promotional opportunities, and a strong sense of team. There are opportunities for growth and career advancement within the Division.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

This position is located on the 6th floor of the State Office Building in beautiful downtown Juneau. The office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. In-state hybrid telework opportunities may be available after training and/or probationary period is complete.

Who We Are Looking For

• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions: Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

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

• Accounting Operations: Knowledge of general ledger accounting and the control/subsidiary account relationships and reconciliation techniques, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and disbursing officer's accountability.


• Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.


• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.


• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.


• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Equivalent To Those Typically Gained By

Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial management.

Special Note

“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.

“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.

“Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.

“Progressively responsible” means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.

Careers With The State Of Alaska Offer MANY Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental




• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.




• AVTEC


• Confidential


• Correctional Officers


• Marine Engineers


• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers


• Supervisory


• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union


• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)




• The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.




• General Government


• Labor, Trades and Crafts


• Public Safety Employees Association


• Masters, Mates & Pilots






• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• 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

Retirement Benefits

• 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


• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served


• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

Contact Information

Erica Carlson

Accountant 3

Phone: [phone]

[e-mail]

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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.

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