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Accounting SpecialistMaricopa County • Phoenix, AZ, United States
Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Posting Date

10 / 17 / 25

Application Deadline

10 / 24 / 25

Pay Range

$20.25 - $30.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Attorney

About the Position

Are you looking to start your financial career? Why not with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office? We are a hands-on, team-oriented department that provides support to those keeping our community safe.

As the Accounting Specialist, you will work with the Finance team to perform general accounting duties, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and routine reconciliations. If you have experience with 10-key by touch and Microsoft Excel, we have been searching for you!

About Us

We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. We are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!

Proud to Offer

  • Work with a greater purpose
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Exceptional work-life balance
  • Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
  • Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
  • Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
  • Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
  • Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
  • Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

  • Two years of specialized bookkeeping or accounts payable experience
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • An equivalent combination of post-secondary education in Finance or Accounting and relevant, directly related experience that meets the needs of the position may be considered in substitution for the minimum requirements
  • NOTE : The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement.

    We Also Value

  • Preference may be given to candidates with demonstrated knowledge and experience utilizing Maricopa County's finance practices and information systems
  • Preference may be given to applicants with experience using 10-key by touch
  • Job Contributions

  • Screen invoices for accuracy and contract compliance, obtain appropriate expenditure approval, apply appropriate accounting string information, and create confidential paperwork as needed
  • Process a high volume of monthly payments promptly and accurately and maintain financial source documents in a standardized manner
  • Initiate or research financial transactions in various financial systems
  • Resolve inquiries and discrepancies associated with payables and receivables, including initiating requests for additional documentation, information from vendors or contractors, and staff
  • Provide prompt and courteous responses in all communications
  • Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures
  • Update and maintain various logs and tracking tools
  • Process a high number of departmental deposits through multiple systems
  • Research, gather, and compiles data as requested
  • Calculate and analyze financial transactions and allocations using moderate to complex calculations
  • Initiate journal entries to accurately reflect financial activities
  • Assist team with training, research, logging, filing and / or special projects
  • Working Conditions

  • Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of hire
  • Office setting in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Requires long periods of sitting while completing paperwork and computer activities. The position may include handling documents containing references to confidential information and / or traumatic subject matter (e.g., personally identifiable information, protected health information, descriptions and detailed accounts of criminal activity, etc). Ability to travel to and from various county locations for meetings and trainings, utilizing a personal or county vehicle. The ability to move up to 20 pounds
  • Selection Procedure

    Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

    Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

    Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

    Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

    Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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