Posting Date
02 / 13 / 25
Application Deadline
02 / 20 / 25
Pay Range
19.75 - $29.00 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 supporting 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
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
- Employee discounts for goods and services
- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% 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 experienceHigh School Diploma or GEDAn 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 requirementsNOTE : 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 systemsPreference may be given to applicants with experience using 10-key by-touchJob Contributions
Screen invoices for accuracy and contract compliance, obtain appropriate expenditure approval, apply appropriate accounting string information, and create confidential paperwork as neededProcesses a high volume of monthly payments promptly and accurately and maintains financial source documents in a standardized mannerInitiates or researches financial transactions in various financial systemsResolve inquiries and discrepancies associated with payables and receivables, including initiating requests for additional documentation, information from vendors or contractors, and staffProvide prompt and courteous responses in all communicationsEnsure compliance with internal accounting policies and proceduresUpdate and maintain various logs and tracking toolsProcess a high number of departmental deposits through multiple systemsResearches, gathers, and compiles data as requestedCalculate and analyze financial transactions and allocations using moderate to complex calculationsInitiate journal entries to accurately reflect financial activitiesAssists team with training, research, logging, filing, and / or special projectsWorking Conditions
Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License at time of hireOffice setting in high volume, fast-paced environmentRequires long periods of sitting while completing paperwork and computer activitiesThe 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 training utilizing personal or county vehicleAbility to move up to 20 poundsEligible for telework after 6 monthsSelection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust 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-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Salary : $20 - $29
