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GRANTS ACCOUNTANT (Senior Accountant) - Range 14 / AMEA

Munibudget, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507

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GRANTS ACCOUNTANT (Senior Accountant) - Range 14 / AMEA 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, Hours, and Location

DEPARTMENT : Public Transportation

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

LOCATION : 3600 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at management discretion and with department head approval. 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 / Responsibilities

Under the direction of management, coordinates and monitors grants activities. Serves as an accounting professional with the responsibility of accurately reporting and tracking financial activities as it relates to grants for the Public Transportation Department (PTD).

Maintain grant files in the development and maintenance of internal record keeping and accounting controls.

Verifies funds for expenditures ensuring compliance with all federal and state grant requirements. Provides financial control through the processing of accounts payables/receivables, purchase requisitions, vouchers, and journal entries.

Prepares and/or reviews applications, contracts, agreements, amendments, and other grant related documents. Performs other duties as assigned to support the department.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

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.

OR an Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline

and

four (4) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience.

OR a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

and

six (6) years of professional accounting, payroll, or similar work experience.

Must possess and/or obtain: Satisfactory background check (criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire) and a valid State of Alaska driver’s license with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, visit the official E-Verify site.

Background checks will be conducted as a condition of hire. A driver’s license and driving record are required if applicable.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans may be eligible for interview preference with required documentation (DD forms or VA letter) showing honorable or general under honorable conditions discharge.

National Guard or reserves members may be considered for interview preference with proof of current service.

Include volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs where applicable.

Application Process Once you select the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, you will be directed to GovernmentJobs.com to log into your existing account or create a profile. Complete the profile and submit the application from your account. For technical assistance with GovernmentJobs, contact their support line at 1-855-524-5627. For general questions about Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process, contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during business hours.

Benefits

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 PERS Program, 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Paid Leave Plan, 13 Paid Holidays

For more information on our benefits, see the MOA benefits summaries page.

Note: The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA. For information regarding reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact the MOA ADA Coordinator.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please include any volunteer national service in your work history.

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