Fiscal Technician Jobs
Fiscal Technician jobs are open across government agencies, healthcare, education, and financial services, at every level from entry-level to senior, with specializations in accounts payable, payroll processing, and grant accounting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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THE POSITION
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
- Fiscal Data Entry: Post accounting data to ledgers to ensure records are accurate
- Account Maintenance: Examine ledger transactions and adjust corporation tax accounts based on updated information
- Customer Service: Answer and initiate phone and email communication with corporate tax officers, accountants, attorneys, or company owners
- System Research: Compare and verify information in systems including Bridges and Pa Tax Hub (PaTH)
- Tax Calculations: Determine the correct application of available credit and the accuracy refund amounts requested by taxpayers
- Refund Processing: Review and process corporate tax refund requests
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are a 7.5 hour day, Monday - Friday, and flexible between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, with a 30- or 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week, after successful completion of required in-office training. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Fiscal Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school; or
- One year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records and an Associate degree in accounting or business administration; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment. Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
- Fiscal Data Entry: Post accounting data to ledgers to ensure records are accurate
- Account Maintenance: Examine ledger transactions and adjust corporation tax accounts based on updated information
- Customer Service: Answer and initiate phone and email communication with corporate tax officers, accountants, attorneys, or company owners
- System Research: Compare and verify information in systems including Bridges and Pa Tax Hub (PaTH)
- Tax Calculations: Determine the correct application of available credit and the accuracy refund amounts requested by taxpayers
- Refund Processing: Review and process corporate tax refund requests
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are a 7.5 hour day, Monday - Friday, and flexible between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, with a 30- or 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week, after successful completion of required in-office training. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Fiscal Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school; or
- One year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records and an Associate degree in accounting or business administration; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment. Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fiscal technician jobs.
- Associate degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Hands-on experience with an ERP or financial management system such as SAP or Oracle
- Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or payroll processing
- Knowledge of general ledger reconciliation and journal entry preparation
- Familiarity with federal or state fiscal regulations and fund accounting principles
- Strong data entry accuracy and experience maintaining audit-ready financial records
Tips for Your Fiscal Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to procurement codes
Many fiscal technician postings for government roles reference specific fund codes, object class codes, or appropriation categories. Pull those exact terms from each job description and weave them into your work history bullets so your resume clears automated screening.
Highlight reconciliation volume and accuracy
Hiring managers for fiscal technician roles want to see scale. Describe how many accounts you reconciled per cycle, what systems you used, and your error rate or audit outcome. Concrete process details outperform vague claims about attention to detail.
Target postings that list your ERP system
Fiscal technician openings frequently require hands-on experience in a specific platform like SAP, Oracle Financials, or PeopleSoft. Filter your search by the system you know best so you are applying where your existing skills are immediately transferable.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fiscal technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers often walk fiscal technician candidates through a discrepancy scenario, asking how you would locate and resolve an out-of-balance account. Practice narrating your actual reconciliation process step by step, from locating the variance to documenting the correction.
Negotiate by citing your certification and scope
If you hold an AAT, CPTA, or agency-specific fiscal certification, name it explicitly when negotiating. Pair it with the dollar volume or number of accounts you have managed to anchor your ask in verifiable professional scope rather than general market data.
Fiscal Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fiscal technicians?
Virginia Tech, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and State of South Carolina are hiring the most fiscal technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government agencies and large healthcare systems consistently represent a significant share of active postings.
How many fiscal technician jobs are remote?
About 100% of fiscal technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader shifts in public-sector and nonprofit finance teams. Roles focused on accounts payable processing and data entry tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring in-person handling of physical vouchers or agency cash drawers remain largely on-site.
How do you become a fiscal technician?
Start by completing an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration. Build hands-on experience through entry-level bookkeeping, accounts payable, or payroll roles, and learn at least one common ERP platform such as SAP or Oracle. Earning a bookkeeping or accounting technician certification strengthens your candidacy, and many government employers offer on-the-job training to close specific system gaps.
Can I get hired as a fiscal technician with little experience?
Yes, many employers will hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can demonstrate strong data entry accuracy, basic double-entry bookkeeping knowledge, and familiarity with spreadsheet tools. Internships, volunteer finance roles with nonprofits, or coursework in government accounting go a long way. Applying to entry-level postings at county agencies or school districts is a practical starting point because those employers frequently train new hires on their specific fiscal systems.
What does the fiscal technician interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your accounting software experience and educational background. An in-person or video interview typically follows, involving scenario questions about how you would handle a reconciliation discrepancy or a vendor payment error. Some government and healthcare employers add a short skills assessment covering basic math, data entry speed, or general ledger concepts before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to fiscal technician jobs?
You can find and apply to fiscal technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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