Accountant 4 (PCN 160008)

Accountant 4This individual position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Welcome to the Department of Health We'd be delighted to have you join our team. If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us, apply today This position is open to Alaskan residents only. Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify.What you will be doing:Are you ready to lead transformational changes in Alaska's health care system? The Department of Health is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as Accountant 4, for the new and innovative Rural Health Transformation Program.In this pivotal role, you will:Provide high-level, specialized accounting, financial management, and fund accounting services in support of the Rural Health Transformation FundOversee and certify financial transactions related to revenues and expendituresOversee federal accounting, recording, and reporting functions, including the submission of federally mandated reportsEnsure compliance with state and federal accounting and reporting requirementsProvide complex financial analysis, fund accounting, compliance, and internal control for a significant federal grant programEnsure the integrity of financial reporting.Work closely with project coordinators, the Administrative Operations Manager, and federal partners to administer program funds and adjust budgets as program needs evolve.This is a rewarding opportunity to drive meaningful impact across Alaska's health continuums, supporting families and communities statewide.Mission and values/culture:At the Department of Health, our mission is to protect and improve the health of all Alaskans. Every role in the department directly contributes to strengthening communities, expanding access to care, and enhancing real-life outcomes for families across the state.We are guided by values that shape how we work and how we serve:Service We put Alaskans first and approach our work with compassion, integrity, and respectExcellence We value professionalism, continuous improvement, and responsible stewardship of public resourcesCollaboration We believe the best outcomes are achieved through teamwork across divisions, agencies, and communitiesAccountability We are transparent, data-driven, and committed to measurable resultsThe Department of Health offers a mission-driven workplace where employees are supported, valued, and empowered to grow. We prioritize professional development, work-life balance, and an inclusive environment. Our employees are encouraged to innovate, develop professionally, and contribute meaningful solutions that impact families and communities statewide.Benefits of joining our team:At the Department of Health, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of Alaska. In addition to the meaningful work you will do every day, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career, well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits include:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your familyGenerous retirement plans to help you build long-term financial securityPaid leaveWork-life balance hybrid telework optionsProfessional development and training opportunities to support career growthJob stability and career advancement within a statewide public service systemEmployee wellness programs and support resourcesMost importantly, you will gain the opportunity to build a purpose-driven career where your work directly improves the lives of Alaskans and strengthens communities across the state.The working environment you can expect:This position is in Juneau in the Alaska Office Building. We are in the heart of downtown Juneau, within proximity to shopping and restaurants. Covered parking is provided in the adjacent State Office Building parking garage.Who we are looking for:The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below:Analytical thinking/problem solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessaryAttention to detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.Internal controls: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques for establishing internal control activities (for example, authorizations, verifications, reconciliations), monitoring their use, and evaluating their performance (for example, identification of material weaknesses or significant deficiencies)To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Accountant 4.Minimum qualifications:This job class uses competency-based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class. Minimum qualifications:Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in Analysis and Assessment, Financial Analysis, Principles of Accounting, Reasoning, Technical CompetenceEquivalent to those typically gained by: Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or progressively responsible professional level experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial management.Special note: "Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. "Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. "Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment. "Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.