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State of Arizona · 1 week ago

Accounting Specialist 1

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$39K/yr - $39K/yr

1+ years exp

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency focused on strengthening families and ensuring the safety of children in Arizona. The Accounting Specialist I position is responsible for processing a high volume of invoices related to child welfare services, ensuring timely and accurate payments while resolving billing discrepancies and collaborating with various stakeholders.

GovernmentOffice AdministrationPublic Relations

No H1B

Responsibilities

Process a high volume of invoices which includes examining, evaluating, approving/denying payments for contracted child welfare services and/or placement providers by ensuring that the invoices meet the contract requirements necessary to support payment, as applicable. Research and analysis of data from provider invoices, case manager records, Guardian, and other sources as well as initiating requests via e-mail, phone, fax or other approved department methods for assistance in resolving payment barriers

Research and resolve billing discrepancies. Collaboration with providers, case managers and other DCS teams to determine correct level and duration of service. Review, analyze, research and resolve provider payment issues. Utilize critical thinking skills to attempt to resolve problems independently, and know when an issue needs to be elevated to a lead or manager. Coordinate with Referral Units, Placement Administration, and case managers to remedy problems with Guardian Service Approvals, and coordinate with contracts staff to remedy contract issues that prevent accurate payment

Assist providers with questions related to payments, remittance advice, navigating Guardian to accurately complete and submit their invoices

Assist in the establishment and revision of processes and procedures used in the accomplishment of work assignments. Attend trainings and meetings

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Qualification

Accounting principlesFinancial automated systemsResearchData entryInterpersonal relationshipsVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem identificationCollaboration

Required

Knowledge of accounting principals, techniques and practices

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and agency policy and procedures relating to the payment of child welfare services

Knowledge of multiple funded programs reflecting in various organizations

Knowledge of various financial automated systems

Skills in research

Skills in computer operation

Skills in Microsoft usage

Skills in interpersonal relationships

Skills in verbal and written communication

Skills in 10-key operation by touch

Skills in reconciling

Skills in problem identification and resolution

Skills in data entry

Ability to analyze

Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies

Ability to collaborate with a variety of people to achieve a common goal

Ability to apply Department of Child Safety (DCS) policies and procedures

If position is required to drive on state business, the position will require the possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment

Must be able to secure and maintain clearance from DCS Central Registry

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)