BUDGET ANALYST / SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT - Range 15 / AMEA Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/moa/jobs/newprint/4451038) Apply BUDGET ANALYST / SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT - Range 15 / AMEA Salary $69,139.20 - $88,358.40 AnnuallyLocation 3000 Arctic Blvd., AKJob TypeRegular / Full TimeJob Number2024-00183DepartmentAnchorage Water & Wastewater UtilityDivisionAWWU Finance Fiscal PlanningOpening Date04/02/2024Closing Date4/12/2024 12:00 AM Alaska
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Job InformationOpen to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility (AWWU) HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. LOCATION OF WORK: 3000 Arctic Boulevard Example of DutiesUnder general direction perform various reviews of accounting data and budget analysis. Review data entry into the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module and the Municipal financial management system to ensure data conforms with generally accepted accounting principles, AWWU accounting structure, Municipal Policies and Procedures and title 7 of Municipal code. Prepare monthly Board of Director financial statements. Prepare special studies, inquiries, reports or analysis as requested by AWWU management. Assist in monthly closure procedures by reviewing accounting data to ensue data is in accordance with AWWU accounting structure and preparing journal entries to correct. Support year-end financial statement activity by preparing year-end reconciliations of general ledger accounts, work papers summarizing payment activity, accrual tracking & reporting, and preparation of reports included in the Statistical section for AWWU’s audited standalone financial statements. Analyze and project various operational expenses such as labor, utilities, telecommunication, waste removal, etc. Provide guidance and technical assistance to AWWU employees in matters related to the Municipal financial management system, purchase requisitions, and fund certifications. Serve as a purchase card holder for Finance and other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / PreferencesHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in accounting, payroll, or similar office responsibility.ORAssociate’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Management, Business Administration or a related discipline and five (5) years of professional accounting work experience.ORBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Management, Business Administration or a related discipline and three (3) years of professional accounting work experience.ORA certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and three (3) years of professional accounting work experience.Preferences:
Applicants who are certified as a Public Accountant, Financial Analyst, Management Accountant, or Government Financial Manager.
Additional Important InformationIf selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.The Municipality Of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.Military Service Interview Preference:Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.Application Process:Once an applicant clicks the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time.The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:Health / Medical Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Health Savings Accounts
Retirement:
State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
Employer Paid Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Plan
11 Paid Holidays
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application). Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
Yes
No
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Which of the following best describes your level of education as it relates to this position?
None/less than High School
High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent
Associate's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Management, Business Administration or related discipline
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Certificate
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Accounting, Economics, Management, Business Administration or related discipline
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How many years of professional level experience do you have in accounting?
0 year to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 5 years
5 years to less than 7 years
7 years or more
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Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response.
Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position. Required Question AgencyMunicipality of AnchorageAddress632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501 Phone(907) 343-4442 Websitehttp://www.muni.org/jol Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email
