What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT CONTROLLER (Public Finance Manager) - Range 18 / NON position at Municipality of Anchorage?
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Finance
** Starting pay does not exceed the midpoint of the displayed pay range. **
Example of Duties
The Assistant Controller requires highly defined financial management knowledge and skills primarily responsible for establishing and implementing annual accounting plans. Responsibility for managing the day-to-day operations of the office, directing professional staff of the Accounting and Accounts Payable functions of the Controller Division. Assigns, prioritizes and schedules completion of all monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations, period closures, work paper preparation and review, required financial schedules, notes, management discussion and analysis, required supplemental information, document approval process to ensure timely postings, and any other components for the Municipality of Anchorage (MOA). Performs a variety of fiscal and mathematical calculations; prepares a variety of related reports, prepares written summaries of areas of responsibility. Reviews work papers prepared by others for the ACFR in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and assists with review and completion work papers and required disclosures for the Municipality’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Detail Statements (ACFR). Review effectiveness of the organizational structure of the Division and make recommendations to the Controller for corrective action through the planning and budgetary process. Organizes and coordinates information needed from other MOA departments and outside entities. Coordinates and communicates the project status with concerned citizens and groups, other Municipal department and State and Federal agencies. Ensure financial controls are in place and followed MOA wide. Reviews, prepares updates, develops, and oversees implementation of policies and procedures as necessary, related to financial accounting and reporting, aids with accounting for complex financial transactions for departments, and creates specialized financial system reports to meet accounting standard requirements and industry best practices. Analyzes complex accounting, budget, financial and management information to develop and recommend solutions, prepares written reports; forecasts performance and makes recommendations for adjustments and alternative approaches. Prepares and conducts team building exercises and training for staff on accounting and financial reporting requirements. Interviews, selects, evaluates, and mentors subordinate staff. Reviews and approves employees work schedules, leave requests, and projects. Review and approve personnel actions including hiring, work assignment, scheduling, promotion and/or discipline. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and ten (10) years of governmental accounting/finance experience, of which at least two (2) years have been in a supervisory or management position.
OR
Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline, and eight (8) years of governmental accounting/finance experience, of which at least two (2) years have been in a supervisory or management position.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline, and six (6) years of governmental accounting/finance experience, of which at least two (2) years have been in a supervisory or management position.
OR
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline, and four (4) years of governmental accounting/finance experience, of which at least two (2) years have been in a supervisory or management position.
Must possess and/or obtain:
- Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, credit, education, and employment history.
- Valid State of Alaska Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
Preference:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
- Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO).
Additional Important Information
If 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, credit check, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans 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 the 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 shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of 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 selects on 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 Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard 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.
