Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position: Accounts Receivable Specialist/Administrative Support

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)

Duration: 6 Months Contract

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.