Accounting Technician Job at Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation in Juneau
Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation, Juneau, AK, US
Job Description
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC) is recruiting for an Accounting Technician to fill a full-time permanent position in our downtown Juneau Headquarters. This position reports to the Senior Accountant for Private Markets and primarily focuses on the extensive data and document management required for private market assets.
Our team is happy to welcome individuals to apply who align with our core values and the key attributes. This entry-level position offers a collaborative environment with our Finance team, where we are committed to helping new team members thrive.
With ongoing training and professional development, APFC encourages growth and supports developing our employees. Team members may enjoy local flexible work schedules, designed to support a balanced life and individual needs.
KEY ATTRIBUTES
• Commitment to APFC’s vision and its core values of integrity, stewardship, and passion
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly and prioritize
• Strong interpersonal skills that enable working effectively in a team environment
• High degree of accountability and professionalism
• Good attitude, attendance practices, and punctuality, strong work ethic
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitors and organizes a high-volume shared email inbox
• Retrieves investment related documents from various sources including emails and
websites
• Enters key data points from documents into a variety of internal tools
• Maintains a complex filing system for storing documents
• Conducts data reconciliations between internal and external systems and data sets
• Prepares routine reports for Finance and Investment teams
• Assists with preparation of schedules and supporting documentation for annual audit
• Tracks and reviews audited financial statements
• Assists in cash flow processing
• Assists with opening bank accounts for new investments
• Codes and enters invoices for payment processing
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High School diploma or GED
• Clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet program and Microsoft Word or similar
word processing program
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may be added, removed, or changed at any time with or without notice.
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY
All applicants must provide a cover letter detailing their interest and explaining how their experience aligns with job duties.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
APFC provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all. APFC follows all applicable Federal and State laws and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any
other class protected by law.
JOB LOCATION:
Due to the entry-level nature of this position, it is not suitable for remote work at this time. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position.