Fairbanks North Star Borough
Fairbanks North Star Borough is hiring: Accounting Technician IV in Anchorage
Fairbanks North Star Borough, Anchorage, AK, United States
Salary: $32.02 Hourly
Location : JHAC (Juanita Helms Administration Center)
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: FY25-00045-3
Department: FINANCIAL SERVICES
Division: FS ACCOUNTING
Opening Date: 11/20/2024
Closing Date: 12/4/2024 9:00 PM Alaska
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 01- APEA
Basic Function
Has complete responsibility and accountability for the reconciliation of all Borough and School District (SD) cash records and for the system aspects of the financial management system's Accounts Receivable/Cash Receipts (AR/CR) and Bank Reconciliation (BK) modules. Must also perform non-daily accounting tasks and projects, which encompasses about half of the job.
SALARY: 11A
REPORTS TO: General Ledger Staff Accountant II
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
Typical Duties
1. Reconcile deposits to the Treasurer's Book (T Book) and record them through AR/CR.
2. Reconcile Borough and SD bank accounts to the T Book. Prepare entries to general ledger for self-insurance, SD revenues/expenditures, and unclaimed property.
3. Reconcile daily computerized reports to input data and bank deposits. Prepare monthly reconciliations from the daily reconciliations. Reconcile the T Book to the general ledger. Balance the Claim on Cash accounts.
4. Maintain worksheets needed for fiscal year-end and for annual audit, including: claim on cash by fund, investments, self-insurance activity, cash balances, and other various reconciliations.
5. Perform assigned accounting tasks and projects such as account analysis, reconciliation of general ledger accounts to subsidiaries and source documents, reports to outside agencies, year-end audit preparation, financial statement preparation, unclaimed property reports to the State, and reports to State APOC.
6. For the AR/CR and BK modules, troubleshoot and test periodic software updates. Assist the Treasury Budget and Grants staff in the use of the AR/CR module.
7. Keep informed of federal, state and local accounting related legislation and related compliance issues and regulations as assigned. Formulate, recommend and implement Borough-wide and departmental policies and procedures for the Accounting division, as assigned. Answer procedural questions and respond to other inquiries. Research the applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures as necessary, and enforce them as required.
8. Manage and maintain records of the cash section in accordance with Borough policy.
9. Maintain an updated procedure manual for this position.
10. Provide back-up support for, and support to, other technical and clerical positions within the Accounting division.
Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent and four years' experience as a full-charge bookkeeper or Bachelor's or Associate's degree in accounting, with two years full-charge bookkeeping experience, or with two years public accounting experience, or any combination of experience to equal two years. Full-charge bookkeeping includes, at a minimum, account analysis, reconciliation of general ledger accounts to subsidiaries and source documents, journal entry preparation, general ledger posting, and other general ledger work through the preparation of accrual basis financial statements. Borough experience in positions where a major portion of the duties include double-entry accounting to the general ledger, maintenance and reconciliations of subsidiaries to the general ledger, and/or preparation of ACFR statements or notes may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
2. Must have extensive and verifiable analytical experience and demonstrated ability to perform complex analyses using a sophisticated, integrated financial management system with knowledge and judgment of inter-relationships of data and other information. Experience in complicated reconciliations of many bank accounts, especially in a governmental environment, is desirable.
3. Knowledge of, and experience with, generally accepted accounting principles. Governmental accounting knowledge and experience is especially desirable. Must have an understanding of internal controls.
4. Must have a verifiable background in automated accounting systems. Integrated Financial Management system experience in a government or medium to large-sized entity is particularly desirable.
5. Must have recent personal computer experience using electronic spreadsheets. Current knowledge of Excel is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and /or Microsoft Access is preferred.
6. Supervisory experience on a technical level is desirable.
7. Must be accurate and proficient at data entry, typing and use of a 10-key calculator.
8. PREFERRED: Ability to have and maintain a valid driver's license and to meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILTIES
1. Ability to perform accurate and timely work in an organized and efficient manner, with minimal direction, sometimes under stressful situations and short deadlines.
2. Must have the ability to research, understand, interpret and implement existing and new federal and state laws and regulations governing the Borough's accounting functions related to cash management. Ability to understand and interpret contracts, other legal documents, and other authoritative sources relevant to the Borough.
3. Ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions and to use independent judgment in applying guidelines to varied situations. Ability to take instructions from several people.
4. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and to deal effectively and harmoniously with outside entities and the general public.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in a courteous, professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
OTHER
1. A SKILLS TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
2. This position requires a criminal background check.
Additional Information
JOB CONTACTS:
Frequent interdepartmental business contact and frequent contacts involving outside organizations/agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Does not supervise; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones that must be resolved with minimal supervision; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require normal effort to recover.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office where conditions are pleasant; good, clean conditions where accidents/hazards are negligible; requires short periods of light lifting, pushing or pulling (1-25 lbs.).
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at
For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.
The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview/selection process, please be sure to complete this section of the online application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include , affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.
You will also enjoy 13 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
02
How many years of experience do you have in full-charge bookkeeping or clerical accounting?
03
What is your highest level of education in Accounting or a closely related field?
04
Select the following areas that you have experience in-
05
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Excel?
06
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Word?
07
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Access or other Database software?
08
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
09
What is your typing speed?
10
Can you operate a 10 key by touch?
11
Do you have an active driver's license?
Required Question
Location : JHAC (Juanita Helms Administration Center)
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: FY25-00045-3
Department: FINANCIAL SERVICES
Division: FS ACCOUNTING
Opening Date: 11/20/2024
Closing Date: 12/4/2024 9:00 PM Alaska
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 01- APEA
Basic Function
Has complete responsibility and accountability for the reconciliation of all Borough and School District (SD) cash records and for the system aspects of the financial management system's Accounts Receivable/Cash Receipts (AR/CR) and Bank Reconciliation (BK) modules. Must also perform non-daily accounting tasks and projects, which encompasses about half of the job.
SALARY: 11A
REPORTS TO: General Ledger Staff Accountant II
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
Typical Duties
1. Reconcile deposits to the Treasurer's Book (T Book) and record them through AR/CR.
2. Reconcile Borough and SD bank accounts to the T Book. Prepare entries to general ledger for self-insurance, SD revenues/expenditures, and unclaimed property.
3. Reconcile daily computerized reports to input data and bank deposits. Prepare monthly reconciliations from the daily reconciliations. Reconcile the T Book to the general ledger. Balance the Claim on Cash accounts.
4. Maintain worksheets needed for fiscal year-end and for annual audit, including: claim on cash by fund, investments, self-insurance activity, cash balances, and other various reconciliations.
5. Perform assigned accounting tasks and projects such as account analysis, reconciliation of general ledger accounts to subsidiaries and source documents, reports to outside agencies, year-end audit preparation, financial statement preparation, unclaimed property reports to the State, and reports to State APOC.
6. For the AR/CR and BK modules, troubleshoot and test periodic software updates. Assist the Treasury Budget and Grants staff in the use of the AR/CR module.
7. Keep informed of federal, state and local accounting related legislation and related compliance issues and regulations as assigned. Formulate, recommend and implement Borough-wide and departmental policies and procedures for the Accounting division, as assigned. Answer procedural questions and respond to other inquiries. Research the applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures as necessary, and enforce them as required.
8. Manage and maintain records of the cash section in accordance with Borough policy.
9. Maintain an updated procedure manual for this position.
10. Provide back-up support for, and support to, other technical and clerical positions within the Accounting division.
Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent and four years' experience as a full-charge bookkeeper or Bachelor's or Associate's degree in accounting, with two years full-charge bookkeeping experience, or with two years public accounting experience, or any combination of experience to equal two years. Full-charge bookkeeping includes, at a minimum, account analysis, reconciliation of general ledger accounts to subsidiaries and source documents, journal entry preparation, general ledger posting, and other general ledger work through the preparation of accrual basis financial statements. Borough experience in positions where a major portion of the duties include double-entry accounting to the general ledger, maintenance and reconciliations of subsidiaries to the general ledger, and/or preparation of ACFR statements or notes may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
2. Must have extensive and verifiable analytical experience and demonstrated ability to perform complex analyses using a sophisticated, integrated financial management system with knowledge and judgment of inter-relationships of data and other information. Experience in complicated reconciliations of many bank accounts, especially in a governmental environment, is desirable.
3. Knowledge of, and experience with, generally accepted accounting principles. Governmental accounting knowledge and experience is especially desirable. Must have an understanding of internal controls.
4. Must have a verifiable background in automated accounting systems. Integrated Financial Management system experience in a government or medium to large-sized entity is particularly desirable.
5. Must have recent personal computer experience using electronic spreadsheets. Current knowledge of Excel is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and /or Microsoft Access is preferred.
6. Supervisory experience on a technical level is desirable.
7. Must be accurate and proficient at data entry, typing and use of a 10-key calculator.
8. PREFERRED: Ability to have and maintain a valid driver's license and to meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILTIES
1. Ability to perform accurate and timely work in an organized and efficient manner, with minimal direction, sometimes under stressful situations and short deadlines.
2. Must have the ability to research, understand, interpret and implement existing and new federal and state laws and regulations governing the Borough's accounting functions related to cash management. Ability to understand and interpret contracts, other legal documents, and other authoritative sources relevant to the Borough.
3. Ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions and to use independent judgment in applying guidelines to varied situations. Ability to take instructions from several people.
4. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and to deal effectively and harmoniously with outside entities and the general public.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in a courteous, professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
OTHER
1. A SKILLS TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED TO ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
2. This position requires a criminal background check.
Additional Information
JOB CONTACTS:
Frequent interdepartmental business contact and frequent contacts involving outside organizations/agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Does not supervise; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones that must be resolved with minimal supervision; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require normal effort to recover.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office where conditions are pleasant; good, clean conditions where accidents/hazards are negligible; requires short periods of light lifting, pushing or pulling (1-25 lbs.).
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at
For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.
The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview/selection process, please be sure to complete this section of the online application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include , affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.
You will also enjoy 13 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
02
How many years of experience do you have in full-charge bookkeeping or clerical accounting?
- None
- 0-1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4-5 years
- More than 5 years
03
What is your highest level of education in Accounting or a closely related field?
- No high school diploma or higher education
- High school diploma or equivalent, no higher education
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
04
Select the following areas that you have experience in-
- Application of GAAP
- Governmental Accounting
- Maintaining an automated general ledger
- Analysis using Financial Management System
- Budgeting
- Purchasing
- Encumbrance Accounting
- Grants Accounting
- Payroll Accounting
- Capital Assets
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Cash Reconciliation
- Property Management
- Real Estate
- Property Appraisals and Assessments
- Investing
05
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Excel?
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
06
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Word?
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
07
What is your proficiency with Microsoft Access or other Database software?
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
08
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- 3-4 years
- 4-5 years
- 5 or more years
09
What is your typing speed?
10
Can you operate a 10 key by touch?
- Yes
- No
11
Do you have an active driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Required Question