Accounting Technician ; PCN

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE 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.

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Alaska International Airport Systems, is looking to fill multiple Accounting Technician 1 positions to help us.

Keep Alaska Moving!

In the Accounts Receivables role, you’ll immerse yourself in the dynamic world of billing and invoicing, expertly crafting and sending invoices based on CAR data and contractual terms. You'll ensure accurate adjustments for penalties and late fees, while mastering the reconciliation of receipts and meticulous record-keeping. Managing customer accounts, handling inquiries with finesse, and generating bills for a variety of airport services will be key parts of your job.

Meanwhile, in Accounts Payable, you'll oversee vendor payments with precision, manage utility payments, navigate complex contract amendments, and tackle duplicate payment reports. Your role will involve resolving issues, maintaining vendor relationships, and providing essential administrative support. Overall, you'll be the financial linchpin, driving efficiency and accuracy across receivables and payables and keeping everything running seamlessly.

Our division’s mission is to "Keep Alaska Flying and Thriving." Because of limited road access, Alaskans and Alaska's economy depend on aviation to move people and goods. The AIAS, comprised of Ted Stevens Anchorage and Fairbanks International Airports, provides the primary transportation corridors for intra- and out-of-state travelers and freight. The economic benefits contributed to the Anchorage and Fairbanks communities by the AIAS is approximately $2 billion combined.

This position is critical to account properly, accurately, and timely for the millions of dollars of AIAS revenue. In this role, you are essentially the "first responder" who identifies then notifies others of data inconsistencies or noncompliance with contract, state, and federal requirements and works with others to resolve.

The Fiscal team is committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we embrace the department’s mission to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.” Your position is highly valued to accurately and efficiently perform your duties and also to timely notify customers and/or internal personnel of data inconsistencies or other financial issues relative to A/P and A/R.

Our office is located at 5000 W. International Airport Road in Anchorage. The selected candidate will work with a collaborative team that is comprised of highly motivated and dedicated individuals who strive to provide excellent service and support and respect the individual. We promote a healthy life and work balance and enjoy a positive work environment.

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Accounting: Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods.
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services;
  
  is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Integrity/Honesty: Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the…