Job Information

Open 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 Union.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00

LOCATION: 3000 Arctic Boulevard

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

This position is responsible for the Special Assessments Receivable System. Responsible for the research, set up, billing, collection, maintenance and reporting of all special assessments for the Municipality of Anchorage (water, sewer, roads, parks, etc.). Responsible for enforcing liens by means of foreclosure and taking or releasing of deed of properties. Position is responsible for assisting with miscellaneous accounts receivable, payment application, journal entries and project billings. Position is responsible for preparing financial reports, schedules, summaries and audit working papers. Participates in the preparation of annual audited financial statements. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and six (6) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience. 

OR

Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline, and four (4) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience. 

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline, and two (2) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience. 

OR

A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and two (2) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience. 

Must possess and/or obtain:

• Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.

• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License.