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State of Alaska

Auditor, Staff

Juneau, AK · On-site

$77K - $88K/yr

Anchorage, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 332410 Department: Legislative Audit Opening Date: 09 ... Are you a CPA or d o you want to become a CPA? Join the Division of Legislative Audit in Anchorage ...

State of Alaska

Auditor, Staff

Juneau, AK · On-site

$81K - $92K/yr

Juneau, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 332409 Department: Legislative Audit Opening Date: 09/08 ... Are you a CPA or d o you want to become a CPA? Join the Division of Legislative Audit in Juneau ...

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What is the difference between Full Time Entry Level Accountant vs Bookkeeper?

AspectFull Time Entry Level AccountantBookkeeper
Required CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Accounting or FinanceHigh school diploma or equivalent; some may have bookkeeping certifications
Work EnvironmentCorporate accounting departments, CPA firms, or finance teamsSmall businesses, accounting firms, or freelance work
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries for financial reporting and analysisCommon in small businesses for daily transaction recording
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level finance rolesCompared for small business financial management

Full Time Entry Level Accountants typically handle financial statements, audits, and compliance, requiring formal education. Bookkeepers focus on recording daily transactions and maintaining financial records, often with less formal education. While both roles support financial operations, accountants have broader responsibilities and often work in larger organizations, whereas bookkeepers are more common in small business settings.

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Grant Accountant, Financial Liaison

Dillingham, AK • On-site

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Bristol Bay Area Health Corporationexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Performs grant accounting functions (such as review, analysis, financial reporting) and supports grant administration and program managers to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, private, and BBAHC requirements. Collaborates with management to streamline information gathering and applicable processes and ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), grantors, Code of Federal Regulations, and single-audit requirements. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, health administration, or related field required from a four-year college or university. Prior related work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education. 
  2. Two (2) years of experience monitoring and administering grants in excess of $50,000 preferred. 
  3. working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal Cost Principles, and fund accounting. 
  4. Familiarity with fund accounting software preferred. 
  5. Possess strong organizational skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
  6. Demonstrated proficiency with office software (word processing and spreadsheets) and web-based grant application/administration systems. 
  7. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a normal office setting. Must be able to see, hear, speak, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and lift and carry up to 20 pounds with our without accommodations. Limited travel required to Dillingham, Anchorage or lower 48 for conferences and training.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

SUPERVISED BY: Controller