Accounting (PCE) Technician

PCE TECHNICIAN

Want to make a difference? Interested in joining a team of professionals responsible for providing energy solutions to meet the unique needs and opportunities of Alaska’s communities? Then check out our PCE Technician position with Alaska Energy Authority (AEA).

Our PCE Technician is responsible for processing Power Cost Equalization documents necessary for payments to participating utilities in compliance with PCE program statutes, regulations and policies. This position also assists communities with PCE related questions and may be required to provide training regarding the Program’s requirements to participating utility staff. The position is responsible for assisting with the statistical reporting and outreach to communities and assists the PCE program manager as necessary.

We’re looking for someone who has a High school diploma or the equivalent with at least one-year post-secondary education in accounting or bookkeeping curriculum and one-year experience in an accounting or related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for educational requirements.

For more information, or to apply online directly with AEA, visit www.akenergyauthority.org. Send application and/or resume to hr@aidea.org, Human Resources, AIDEA, 813 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99503, by fax to (907) 771-3946.

AEA is an EEO/ADA employer. Individuals requiring accommodations should call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-3412 (TTY).

Essential Functions:

• Examines and verifies Utility Monthly Reports and related supporting information submitted by the utility. Verifies that PCE credit given to the customer by the utility is correct and complies with applicable Program rules, statutes, and regulations. Reconciles supporting utility customer ledgers to the Monthly report summaries. Verifies that the rate used to calculate the amount due is the correct rate established by the Regulatory Commission of Alaska. Calculates the disbursement amount due to the utility. Assists AEA finance department as necessary with respect to PCE payment disbursements.
• Reviews and analyzes ancillary statistical data provided by the utility on their monthly reports.
• Identifies and investigates discrepancies in rates, supporting customer ledgers and ancillary statistical data. Determines corrective measures required.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with program participants regarding errors, missing information or rate information. Serves as initial point of contact for participants when they have questions regarding eligibility, PCE rates or other questions pertaining to the PCE program.
• Provides assistance as needed in the preparation of the PCE statistical report, researches data discrepancies and assures accuracy of information on which reports are based.
• Assists the Program Manager in the preparation of documents for Utility Clerk Training classes and assists with teaching the classes. May travel to rural communities to provide training.
• Communicates with RCA staff regarding PCE program participants, provide information from the community files as needed.
• Assists with mass mailings pertaining to program or funding level changes, new/updated forms, or any other correspondence that needs to go to all participants.
• Maintains a status report detailing information on each participating utility. Maintains other reports and PCE files as necessary; recording and annotating such to assure all instructions, utility information and communications to and from electric utility clerks is relevant and timely.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements and Potential Hazards:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position frequently requires reading and communication through speech and writing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Technology, Equipment, Systems, and Tools:

Requires advanced skills in word processing, database software, presentation software, and spreadsheets. Requires basic skills with email and general office equipment.

Critical Knowledge, Skills, and abilities:

• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain Alaska Statutes and Alaska Administrative Code as they pertain to the PCE program’s basic requirements.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with utility officials, in-house personnel, other State agencies, and to a lesser degree the general public.
• Ability to interpret similar data from varied accounting systems and reporting methods.
• Knowledge of standard bookkeeping/accounting practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform arithmetic/math calculations.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Advanced skills in operating a 10-key calculator.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, willingness to follow both verbal and written instructions in a timely manner.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $31