Juneau, AK · On-site
$25.26/hr
Accounting Technician I - This is an entry level accounting position in which incumbents generally ... Some knowledge of bookkeeping practices and accounting procedures, practices, methods, techniques ...
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Juneau, AK · On-site
$25.26/hr
Accounting Technician I - This is an entry level accounting position in which incumbents generally ... Some knowledge of bookkeeping practices and accounting procedures, practices, methods, techniques ...
$13.98 - $16.19
2% of jobs
$16.19 - $18.40
7% of jobs
$18.40 - $20.62
10% of jobs
$21.49 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$20.62 - $22.83
15% of jobs
$22.83 - $25.04
14% of jobs
The median wage is $25.30 / hr.
$25.04 - $27.25
18% of jobs
$29.13 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$27.25 - $29.47
11% of jobs
$29.47 - $31.68
10% of jobs
$31.68 - $33.89
6% of jobs
$33.89 - $36.10
4% of jobs
$36.10 - $38.31
3% of jobs
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| Aspect | Entry Level Bookkeeper | Accounting Clerk |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma; some may have basic bookkeeping certifications | High school diploma; basic accounting or clerical training |
| Work Environment | Office setting, handling financial records and transactions | Office environment, performing data entry and administrative tasks |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used across small to medium businesses, accounting firms | Common in various industries, including retail, healthcare, and government |
While both roles involve clerical and financial tasks, an Entry Level Bookkeeper primarily manages financial records, reconciliations, and bookkeeping software, whereas an Accounting Clerk focuses more on data entry, billing, and administrative support. The roles often overlap, but the Bookkeeper has a stronger emphasis on financial accuracy and record-keeping.
As an entry-level bookkeeper, you generate financial reports from financial transactions. To perform your duties, you use either software or accounting journals that allow you to keep track of documents, such as cash receipts, customer invoices, and supplier bills. You also ensure that accounts are accurate by reconciling them. Other responsibilities include confirming accurate finance tracking, collecting sales tax according to the law, performing an audit to verify that the company’s finances are exact, handling credit and debit actions, performing data entry, making bank deposits, maintaining a petty cash fund, and ensuring that you pay bills on time.
$25.26/hr
Full-time
Posted 25 days ago
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Accounting Technician I - Finance - Juneau
Juneau, AK Finance
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Grade(s): 7 ($25.26+ DOE)
Purpose: Accounting Technician I - This is an entry level accounting position in which incumbents generally use established procedures to review and assist in reconciling various financial documents and transactions. Performing the work requires understanding of accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
Accounting Technician I
Reviews documents for financial coding, accuracy, and appropriate documentation.
Determines if documents clearly meet defined requirements.
Identifies source of discrepancy to determine what is required and obtain corrected data as required.
Calculates payments based on approved documents.
Processes accounting documents for payments.
Records expenditures in correct month.
Tracks and maintains documents through accounting cycle.
Interprets and communicates policies and procedures.
Generates reports.
Assist with reconciliation of general ledger and prepare adjusting journal entries as requested.
Assist with the Preparation of periodic and annual documents; and financial data and analysis.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities. A comprehensive set of capabilities required to perform job tasks effectively:
Accounting Technician I
Ability to work effectively with executives, managers, supervisors, employees, and employee representatives.
Some knowledge of bookkeeping practices and accounting procedures, practices, methods, techniques, and terminology.
Knowledge of OMB A-87, OMB A-102, and Federal Travel Regulations.
Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and confidential records.
Working knowledge with word processing, spreadsheets, and automated accounting software.
Ability to interpret and apply and explain laws, regulations and policies.
Ability to identify discrepancies or inaccuracies in data and make corrections.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Some knowledge of techniques and methods in reconciling accounts and auditing.
Excellent computer skills including MS office Suite programs, and Great Plains.
Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, skills):
High School Diploma or GED.
One (1) year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations.
Preferred Qualifications (education, experience, skills):
Associate Degree in Accounting
Physical Requirements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation:
The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs.
Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
Some travel may be required on small aircraft or ferry.
Certain positions at Tlingit and Haida may have exposure to certain hazardous materials or conditions. The supervisor will review these if applicable.