Fiscal Specialist (Utilities and Cashier)

About the role

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-time non-exempt Fiscal Specialist in the Finance Department.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing payments, issuing receipts, and posting payment data to customer accounts
• Assisting customers with various types of information including obtaining a business license and sales tax exemption cards, opening/closing of water and sewer utilities
• Delivering excellent customer service by providing general information regarding sales tax, utility bills and other finance related functions
• Maintaining all related procedural documentation and compliance
• Performing a variety of specialized duties related to the City’s billing system, including generating monthly water/sewer bills, uploading of meter reads, delinquent and shutoff notices, and calculating special billings
• Cross-trained in other areas of coverage in the finance department

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED)
• Associate's degree or two-year technical certificate in accounting, business, or related field
• Three to five years of progressively responsible accounts receivable, accounting, or bookkeeping experience
• Valid Alaska Drivers License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Qualifications

Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

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