Public Sector Finance Manager — Strategy & Compliance

AKML; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement credit via PERS

Job summary

City of Akutan is seeking a Finance Manager to lead budgeting, financial reporting and internal controls for municipal operations in Anchorage. The role oversees A/P, A/R, payroll, cash flow, audits and annual financial reporting, while guiding staff development and ensuring policy compliance.

It requires strong GAAP knowledge and experience in government finance. The ideal candidate will manage contracts, grants, and utility finances, coordinate with auditors and council, and drive process

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with GAAP, FASB, government accounting, internal controls, financial reporting and compliance issues.
• Knowledge and experience with contract administration procedures.
• Knowledge of cash management and investments.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and MS Office applications.
• Experience developing and monitoring budgets and financial plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor long-range financial and capital planning.
• Implement financial policies and procedures; oversee accounting services.
• Oversee A/P, A/R, payroll, cash flow, fixed assets, funds, investments, grants, audits, budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and municipal code; maintain policies.
• Review accounting entries; coordinate cash needs and debt services; prepare journal entries.
• Audit and review city accounts; support annual audits and financial statements.
• Manage staff development and training; supervise financial staff.
• Train staff on internal control procedures and ensure timely processing.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for City Council; manage reporting cadence.
• Administer contracts and grant reporting; interpret bond covenants.
• Oversee utility financials; assist in rate schedules and cost of service.
• Maintain accounting software; recommend system improvements.
• Foster relationships with staff, banks, auditors and government entities.
• Contribute to special projects and process improvements.
• Ensure efficient service delivery and workload planning.
• Research and supervise new accounting tech implementations.

Skills

GAAP & FASB

Governmental accounting

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Supervisory management

Communication skills

Grant budgets monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business with finance concentration

Master’s degree in accounting or finance (preferred)

Municipal accounting senior management experience OR 10 years combined education/experience

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

MS Office

Job description

City of Akutan is seeking a Finance Manager to lead budgeting, financial reporting and internal controls for municipal operations in Anchorage. The role oversees A/P, A/R, payroll, cash flow, audits and annual financial reporting, while guiding staff development and ensuring policy compliance.

It requires strong GAAP knowledge and experience in government finance. The ideal candidate will manage contracts, grants, and utility finances, coordinate with auditors and council, and drive process