Hybrid Public Health Accounting Technician (2/3)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Personal leave with accruals

Hybrid telework options

Excellent insurance coverage

Job summary

State of Alaska's Department of Health is seeking an Accounting Technician at 2 or 3 level to provide fiscal support for the Division of Public Health. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, budgeting, and payroll oversight, with strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position supports budget development, prepares financial reports, and ensures alignment with federal requirements.

Qualifications

• One year of entry technical level accounting or clerical bookkeeping experience (Accounting Technician 2).
• Two years of technical level accounting or bookkeeping experience, including one year at full-proficiency level (Accounting Technician 3).
• Substitutions: an Accounting Technician certification may substitute for the required experience; post-secondary education with accounting coursework may substitute for part of the experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a fiscal specialist providing accounting support for the Division of Public Health.
• Manage financial operations—accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, encumbrances, journal entries, contracts, RSAs, budget monitoring, and quality assurance reports.
• Support annual budget development and financial reporting by researching funding sources, maintaining tracking tools, assisting with Federal Financial Reports (FFRs) and ensuring alignment with state and federal requirements.
• Oversee payroll accuracy for assigned sections by reviewing timesheets, correcting coding issues, training staff, resolving payroll errors, and maintaining secure documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues and program staff to assess fiscal and operational needs and provide accurate information and high-quality financial services.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Accounting

Self-management

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Education

Associate s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Accounting coursework (6+ semester hours) substitution

Accounting Technician Certification substitution

Job description

State of Alaska's Department of Health is seeking an Accounting Technician at 2 or 3 level to provide fiscal support for the Division of Public Health. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, budgeting, and payroll oversight, with strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position supports budget development, prepares financial reports, and ensures alignment with federal requirements.