Accountant 3 (PCN 060669)

Accountant 3

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is recruiting for an Accountant 3. This position is open to Alaska residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What you will be doing :

The Accountant 3 (Business Office Manager), is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) Business Office. The incumbent is responsible for the development and supervision of internal fiscal controls and for multiple financial systems, revenue collection, payables, preparation of financial reports, and analysis of financial data for federal and non-federal receipts including hospital claiming activities.

The incumbent is expected to independently apply generally accepted accounting principles and ensure medical billing practices are in accordance with industry standards, and CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) Rules and Regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to learn API's hospital system, state processes, be a strong team player, possess excellent technical, analytical and communication skills and enjoy providing solutions to complex hospital billing practices as well as support the development and integration of a new electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Our organization, mission, and culture :

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute's mission is to : Provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives.

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute vision is : An Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgment.

Our division values are :

Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, Safety.

If you are someone that embraces these values and wants to assist in the mission of API, we encourage you to apply today.

The benefits of joining our team :

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute team is looking for a motivated person who is interested in contributing to our mission and the clients we serve in our hospital. This position provides a fast-paced environment and rewarding work. This position has ongoing training to help you grow your skills and advance your career. Candidates could find opportunities for advancement within the division at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, or within the Department of Family and Community Services, or other opportunities within the State of Alaska organization. Working for API will offer you the opportunity to improve your skills in organizing and prioritizing work assignments, providing customer service, and in using a variety of computer software programs.

The working environment you can expect :

The selected candidate will work in an environment that is fast-paced, busy and challenging at times, but embraces collaboration through working closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to assist in providing services to Alaska Psychiatric Institute.

This position is located at 3700 Piper Street in the U-MED district of east Anchorage which offers several maintained walking trails, parks and nearby lakes. This area is filled with several restaurants, shopping stores, and has easy access to public transportation.

Who we are looking for :

We are looking for a candidate with the following competencies :

Budget Administration : Knowledge of the principles and practices of budget administration and analysis; including preparing, justifying, reporting on, and executing the budget; and the relationships among program, budget, accounting, and reporting systems.

Economics and Accounting : Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, tax law and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Auditing : Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program audits.

Financial Analysis : Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to interpret quantitative and qualitative data; includes data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key financial indicators, trends, and historical data.

Financial Examination : Knowledge of the laws, regulations, principles, and practices that govern financial institutions (depository and non-depository) handling financial services transactions; analyzes financial statements, lending or loan portfolios, client / customer files, investment portfolios, and / or management policies and operations; examine for safety and soundness, and / or compliance; identifies any discrepancies and determines necessary corrective actions.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.