Accounting Technician 1 (PCN 061331)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of Alaska, Department of Health, is seeking an Accounting Technician 1 to provide essential fiscal support for the Section of Epidemiology. You will process invoices, reconcile accounts, and coordinate travel while ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and dedication to public health objectives, offering a stable state government environment and opportunities for professional growth in accounting and administration.

Qualifications

• Performs arithmetic with numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Thorough and detail-oriented work style.
• Proficient with computers, software, databases, and automated systems.
• Able to anticipate and meet internal and external customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions by coding and entering invoices in IRIS-FIN.
• Prepare and update tracking sheets; coordinate employee and non-employee travel.
• Enter timesheets in IRIS-HRM and perform account reconciliations and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with administrative and program staff to ensure compliant, accurate financial operations.

Skills

Arithmetic

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Education

Accounting/Bookkeeping Training

Job description

Welcome to the Department of Health!

We’d be delighted to have you join our team.

This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.

Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What you will be doing:

In this position, you will provide essential accounting and fiscal support to the Section of Epidemiology within the Central Services Unit. Your responsibilities will include processing financial transactions such as coding and entering invoices in IRIS-FIN, preparing and updating tracking sheets, coordinating employee and non-employee travel, reviewing and entering timesheets in IRIS-HRM, performing account reconciliations, accounts payable, and tracking invoices. By collaborating with administrative and program staff, you will help ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient financial operations that support public health services across the state.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Section of Epidemiology is dedicated to protecting and improving the health of Alaskans through timely, data-driven action on infectious diseases and environmental health hazards. We value collaboration, public service, and strong partnerships with Tribal, local, state, and federal partners to support effective public health prevention and response across the state. As part of this team, you will contribute to a supportive and mission-driven environment where administrative excellence helps ensure programs can deliver critical public health services to communities throughout Alaska.

The benefits of joining our team:

Joining our team gives you the opportunity to support critical public health work that helps protect Alaskans from infectious diseases. You will work with a collaborative team of public health professionals who value accuracy, coordination, and service to the community. This role also provides opportunities for professional development and advancement. Your work will directly support programs that improve patient safety and public health outcomes across the state.

• paid time off
• paid holidays
• comprehensive health insurance
• retirement benefits

The working environment you can expect:

Your new workspace is an office setting in the Frontier Building, boasting stunning views of the Chugach and Alaska Mountain Ranges. Our Midtown location makes it easy to find lunch options, whether you drive, walk, or bike.

The Frontier Building also offers ample free covered parking, on-site vending machines, excellent building security, and a formal walking track on the top floor of the parking garage.

Who we are looking for:

• Arithmetic: Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers.

To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Accounting Technician 1: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

One year of clerical work experience maintaining records that included using computer systems and performing basic arithmetic calculations. Successful completion of a formal vocational education program in accounting or bookkeeping will substitute for the required experience. Post secondary education from an accredited college will substitute for the required experience (3 semester/4 quarter hours equal one month).

1. Three (3) professional references, whom we may contact by phone, are required. One (1) of these references must be your current or most recent supervisor, if not already provided in the application.
2. Current performance evaluation, if available.
3. A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial is okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.

For specific information in reference to the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at:

Cecile Verzosa / Administrative Officer 2

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]