Controller

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
FINANCE DEPARTMENT

*Updated as of 04/16/2024
OPEN DATE:                          June 30, 2022
CLOSE DATE:                        Until Filled           
POSITION:                              Controller           
HIRING SALARY RANGE:   $125,632 - $138,195/year 
FULL SALARY RANGE:       $125,632 - $175,885/year  

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the Controller position.  Located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, Alaska, is a coastal community in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. The duties shown are designed to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for the operations and management of the City of Unalaska’s receivables, payables, payroll accounts, revenue analysis, and financial functions.  The work also assists the Finance Director with general accounting functions for the department.  The position directly supervises the Senior Accountants of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payables divisions of the Finance Department. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:  Demonstrated and advanced knowledge of the principles, concepts, theories, and practices of current governmental accounting. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agencies, City officials, and the general public; ability to conduct necessary research and compile comprehensive reports.  Experience with the development of utility rates and performance measures. Considerable knowledge of internal control procedures and management information systems, financial software programs, preferably MUNIS or any Tyler Technologies software products, and their applications, comprehensive, integrated financial management information systems, public finance and fiscal planning, and accounts receivable and payable functions. Working knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and reporting systems. Knowledge of the principles and practices of employment supervision.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, public administration, or business administration. Minimum of 3 years of professional government experience, five years preferred. Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in an accounting and/or finance environment.  CPA license and/or CPFO, CGFM, CMA, CGFO, CIA certifications preferred.  Other combinations of education and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated individually.

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

> Must have, or be able to obtain, an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire
> Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing, i.e., Criminal background and History, drug testing
> Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law if hired, must complete an employment eligibility verification form (I-9)

BENEFITS & SALARY:

> 100% employer-paid medical and dental premiums (employee & dependents)
> 100% employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents)
> 100% employer-paid LifeMed insurance (employee & dependents)
> Up to $10,000 relocation assistance, if applicable
> 10 paid Holidays and 3 of Floating Holidays per year
> Personal Leave accruals starting at 16 hours a month
> Eligible for the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement
> Eligible for 457 Plans with MissionSquare or Mutual of America
> Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)
> Travel allowance of $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment
> Longevity bonus of $2,000 beginning on the third (3rd) year anniversary
> Free Membership for Parks, Culture, and Recreation (employee only)

TO APPLY:

Submit a City of Unalaska Application. The application and other necessary forms are available at Unalaska City Hall, Department of Administration, 43 Raven Way, Unalaska, or by downloading on the city website at https://www.ci.unalaska.ak.us/hr/page/employment-application-forms. Return the completed application to the City of Unalaska's Administration Department by email at [email protected]. Questions? Telephone (907) 581-1252.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni to apply.