Accounting Technician - Payroll

Overview

Looking to launch or grow your career in accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll? At Chenega Corporation, we offer a hands-on opportunity to build real-world experience supporting payroll across multiple companies and states—no prior payroll specialization required.

If you’re detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers, and eager to learn, this is your chance to gain high-demand, transferable skills in payroll and financial operations.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Great entry point into accounting/payroll careers
• Structured training provided—we’ll teach you payroll
• Build Excel and data management skills you can take anywhere
• Gain exposure to multi-state, real-world payroll operations
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing (What You’ll Learn)

In this role, you’ll develop practical skills by:

• Reviewing and entering payroll data (hours, pay, deductions, benefits)
• Learning how payroll systems work in a multi-company environment
• Identifying and fixing discrepancies to ensure accurate pay
• Maintaining employee payroll records and documentation
• Supporting payroll reporting and compliance processes
• Assisting with special payroll runs and adjustments
• Responding to employee questions and building professional communication skills

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

We’re open to candidates starting or pivoting into accounting/payroll roles.

You could be a great fit if you have:

• A High School Diploma or GED
• ~2 years of experience OR exposure in:
  
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Payroll
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable
  • Finance or HR support roles
  • Basic to intermediate Excel skills (you’ll use it regularly)
• Successfully pass background and drug screenings 

Bonus If You Have

• Coursework in accounting, finance, or business
• Internship or entry-level experience working with financial data
• Experience handling confidential or sensitive information

Skills You’ll Build

• Payroll processing and compliance fundamentals
• Data accuracy and financial recordkeeping
• Excel and business systems proficiency
• Professional communication and customer support
• Cross-functional collaboration

 Work Environment

100% in-office based in Anchorage, AK
Team-focused, structured environment with clear processes

Take the First Step in Your Career

If you’re ready to build a foundation in payroll, accounting, or finance, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement. We value potential, curiosity, and attention to detail.