3 (PCN 061060)

State of Alaska•Anchorage, AK

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Alaska Department of Health is hiring an Accounting Technician 1, 2, or 3 for the Public Health Laboratory. The position is flexibly staffed and will be filled at the level that matches the applicant’s qualifications and experience. It is open to Alaska residents only. The Accounting Technician supports public health programs by reviewing financial documents, analyzing federal grant expenditures, and helping ensure efficient operations. The role partners with the Administrative Officer and lead Accountant on quarterly statistics, monthly reports, and accurate accounting structures, and collaborates with administrative and program staff on budget planning and spending projections. The position is part of a collaborative Public Health Laboratory administrative team in Anchorage. The Division of Public Health’s mission is to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Alaskans, guided by accountability, respect, potential, integrity, and scientific excellence. If initially hired at a lower level, promotion to a higher level may occur after successful completion of probation and required training, subject to meeting that class’s minimum qualifications and supervisor approval.

Requirements

For Accounting Technician 1: one year of clerical work experience maintaining records, using computer systems, and performing basic arithmetic calculations. A formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping, or qualifying postsecondary education, may substitute for the experience.
For Accounting Technician 2: one year of entry technical-level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience. Accounting Technician certification or qualifying postsecondary education may substitute for the experience; the education substitution requires at least 6 semester or 8 quarter hours in accounting.
For Accounting Technician 3: two years of technical-level accounting or bookkeeping experience, including at least one year at full proficiency. Specified Accounting Technician certification or qualifying postsecondary education may substitute for some or all of the experience.
Thorough attention to detail.
Ability to set realistic goals, show initiative and commitment, complete assignments on time, work with minimal supervision, and demonstrate responsible behavior.
Knowledge of traditional accounting practices, including accrual, obligations, and cost methods.
Ability to use computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Ability to anticipate and meet internal and external customer needs, deliver high-quality products and services, and pursue continuous improvement.
Open to Alaska residents only.

Responsibilities

Review financial documents.
Analyze federal grant expenditures.
Support efficient operations.
Partner with the Administrative Officer and lead Accountant to support quarterly statistics and monthly reports.
Maintain accurate accounting structures.
Collaborate with administrative and program staff on budget planning and spending projections.