Accounting Clerk

Title: Accounting Specialist

Location: 550 W Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003

Duration: 12 Months (Temp-to-Hire)

Pay Rate: $21.14/hr on W2 (Without Benefits)

Work Schedule: 1st Shift, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Job Description:

Position Description:

Must be an Arizona Resident Overview:

• We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist - Cash Receipting.
• This role is exclusively focused on receivables and involves intricate cash handling and deposit responsibilities.
• The ideal candidate will be part of a team that ensures meticulous accuracy and adherence to our stringent cash handling policies.

Cash Handling and Security:

• Collaborate in a team of two for the transportation of cash.
• Engage in multiple-person cash counting to ensure accuracy.
• Strictly adhere to the company’s policy requiring supervisor oversight during cash deposits.

Accounting and Record Keeping:

• Prepare journal vouchers and other general ledger entries.
• Perform data entry for accounting transactions into the General Ledger.
• Audit and reconcile billing discrepancies.
• Process RICO disbursements, maintain ledgers, registers, and accurate records.

Reporting and Reconciliation:

• Process daily CACTAS reports, including updates on bonds, fines, and inmate funds for command staff distribution.
• Monitor, balance, and reconcile various funds as required.
• Reconcile cash storage balance reports.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy of all checks and electronic transfers.

Banking and Receipts Management:

• Efficiently process bank deposits.
• Record daily cash receipts for account receivables.

Additional Duties:

• Assist the travel coordinator with daily tasks as assigned.
• Serve as a backup for Inmate Account Specialist duties when needed.

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Understanding of accounting principles, practices, methods.
• Familiarity with standard office practices and procedures.
• Skill in preparing accurate, complete financial reports.
• Ability to maintain and create spreadsheets.
• Analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy.
• Cash Handling Experience.

Experience Required:

• Advanced knowledge in accounts payable, receivable, cash receipting, travel processing.

Experience Preferred:

• Two years of accounting, bookkeeping, or specialized administrative experience.

Education Required:

• Minimum Education and/or Experience:
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
• Two (2) years of clerical accounting, bookkeeping, or specialized administrative experience.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.

Education Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.

Additional Information:

• Fingerprinting and background check will be conducted by MCSO.
• Selected candidates will be provided with a form to sign and complete.
• Candidates must obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire.
• An extensive background review is required prior to hiring.
• The role is primarily indoors but requires walking to other county buildings.
• The position involves handling interruptions, managing time pressures, and coping with high work volumes.
• Requires teamwork and regular interaction with all levels of County management and personnel.
• The start date for the successful candidate may be earlier than initially projected.