Accounts Payable Clerk

Overview

Do you take pride in being organized, detail oriented and getting your bills paid on time? Have you ever wanted to be a part time detective, stopping crime and investigating payment issues? Then, the Accounts Payable Clerk position may be just the job for you!

Our Accounts Payable Clerks are people who pay UAF’s bills, keeping our lights on and our vendors happy. Our team is looking for someone who possesses great math and computer skills, flourishes working in a high volume and fast-paced environment, continually organizes and prioritizes their work in order to meet deadlines – all while keeping a positive attitude and being a team player!

If these attributes describe you, then you may be our ideal candidate!

Please apply today and become a valuable member of our Accounts Payable team.

• As the Accounts Payable Clerk, core responsibilities include processing vendor payments promptly and accurately, verifying outgoing payments, addressing payment inquiries in collaboration with vendors and fiscal officers, and closely working with different departments to secure payment approvals.
• Monitor invoices and open purchases; retrieve new invoices, route invoices to departments for approvals, inquire about invoice status weekly, and issue payments in a timely manner once approved. This requires significant organizational skills and attention to detail.

• At least two years of increasingly responsible Accounts Payable, banking, and tax related work experience; college coursework may substitute for some experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, banking, and cash control methods; proficiency in automated accounting systems, electronic spreadsheets, and high-volume data entry, including 10-key skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, high ethical standards, and a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Preferred: working knowledge of SCT Banner and banking software; experience navigating UA, BOR, Federal, and State regulations; understanding of GAAP and contractual obligations; demonstrated customer service and conflict resolution skills.

• Associate’s degree in applied Accounting or related field and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Customer service, conflict resolution, and bank software training preferred.

This position is located on the UAF Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. To ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 pm, Alaska Standard Time, on Monday, January 26, 2026. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

The University of Alaska reserves the right to require on-site work. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for Alaska-based employees at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by job duties.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination. The successful applicant may be required to complete a background check. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All University of Alaska employees are expected to uphold high standards of ethics and professionalism.