Inmate Banking Audit Accountant III

Corrections; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking an Accounting Technician 3 to conduct internal audits of inmate financial accounts and to deliver training and oversight of inmate banking operations.

Primary responsibilities include reviewing inmate funds and welfare funds and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. Strong analytical, auditing, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Two years of technical level accounting or bookkeeping experience, with at least one year at full-proficiency.
• Substitution options include accounting certificates or related post-secondary coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive internal audit activities, including analysis, decision-making and recommendations.
• Deliver training and provide oversight of inmate banking operations.
• Review and audit inmate funds and welfare funds managed by the Department.
• Support compliance with applicable Federal laws, regulations and guidance.

Skills

Auditing

Internal Controls

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Accounting Technician Certification

Accounting coursework (6+ sem/8+ quarter hours)

Job description

The Department of Corrections, Division of Institutions, in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking an Accounting Technician 3 to conduct internal audits of inmate financial accounts and to deliver training and oversight of inmate banking operations.

Primary responsibilities include reviewing inmate funds and welfare funds and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. Strong analytical, auditing, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.