Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Business Services in Alaska
Alaska Education & Business Services (AKEBS) has been delivering specialized accounting and business management solutions for school districts and nonprofit organizations since 1999. Our team comprises seasoned professionals with decades of combined experience in educational finance, including former school district business managers and directors of business affairs. We offer comprehensive services spanning financial management, budgeting, audit preparation, purchasing, and record-keeping, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our expertise extends to multiple accounting systems, including AS400, Tyler iVisions, and QuickBooks, alongside specialized E-Rate compliance knowledge.Recognized with prestigious awards such as the ASBO International Pinnacle of Achievement Award, we prioritize maintaining institutional knowledge while modernizing inefficient processes. By handling complex fiscal operations, we enable educational leaders to focus on their core mission of student success. Our commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and cost-effective solutions has established us as a trusted partner across Alaska. We work closely with clients to preserve successful existing frameworks while implementing data-driven improvements that enhance accountability and operational efficiency.
Services
Financial Management
Budgeting
Accounting
Audit Preparation
Reporting
Purchasing
Record Keeping
Data Processing
Food Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized school business experience
- Our team includes former Alaska school district business leaders
- We maintain expertise in multiple accounting systems including AS400 and Tyler iVisions
- Recognized with ASBO International Pinnacle of Achievement Award
- We provide customized service agreements tailored to client needs
Services
Financial Management
Our financial management services ensure precise control over capital reserves, trust funds, and special purpose accounts. We handle accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and year-end reporting while maintaining compliance with GASB regulations. With expertise in multiple accounting platforms, we provide tailored solutions that enhance fiscal transparency and decision-making for educational institutions.
Budgeting
We specialize in comprehensive budget development including revenue forecasting, expenditure analysis, and long-term fiscal strategy. Our team prepares foundation reports, manages waiver requests, and coordinates with state/federal agencies to ensure compliance. By aligning financial plans with organizational goals, we help schools maximize resource allocation effectiveness.
Audit Preparation
Our audit services cover pre-audit preparation, post-audit follow-up, and reconciliation of recommendations. We ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP standards and prepare comprehensive annual financial reports. Our experts coordinate with external auditors to verify legal compliance and improve internal control systems for educational institutions.
Purchasing
We implement ethical procurement systems that optimize cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards. Our services include purchase order management, cooperative purchasing agreements, inventory control, and insurance procurement. By streamlining acquisition processes, we help schools achieve better value for taxpayer dollars while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Record Keeping
Our record management solutions ensure secure preservation of educational records while optimizing storage efficiency. We implement retention policies, oversee system transitions, and train staff on compliance procedures. By digitizing records and standardizing protocols, we improve accessibility while maintaining adherence to state and federal archival requirements.
People
Lucienne Smith
President
Former Business Manager at Yupiit School District with 25+ years of school finance experience. Recipient of ASBO/GFOA Certificate of Excellence and ALASBO School Business Official of the Year. Expert in E-Rate compliance and multiple accounting systems.
Genevieve Hollins
Vice-President/Treasurer
B.A. in Management with 15+ years of experience in school business operations. Specializes in software conversions and accounting systems implementation. Brings expertise in governmental accounting and fiscal management to support educational institutions' financial needs.
Questions
What specific services do you offer for school districts?
We provide financial management, budgeting, audit preparation, purchasing, record keeping, and data processing services tailored to school districts' unique needs.
How do you handle compliance with education funding regulations?
Our team maintains expertise in GASB rules and federal/state requirements, ensuring proper handling of E-Rate compliance and preparation of mandated financial reports.
Can you work with our existing accounting systems?
Yes, we support multiple platforms including AS400, Tyler iVisions, Black Mountain, and QuickBooks, with experience in seamless system conversions.
What experience do your team members have?
Our leadership includes former Alaska school district business officials with combined experience spanning 40+ years in educational finance and operations.
How do you tailor services to individual clients?
We customize service agreements to maintain successful existing processes while improving inefficient systems through collaborative implementation of best practices.
