Arizona Department of Child Safety · 1 week ago
Accounting Specialist 1
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$39K/yr - $39K/yr
1+ years expThe Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency dedicated to strengthening families and ensuring safety for Arizona’s children. The Accounting Specialist I is responsible for processing a high volume of invoices for contracted child welfare services, verifying fiscal transactions, and resolving payment discrepancies.
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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
Required
Accounting principals, techniques and practices
State and federal laws, rules, regulations, and agency policy and procedures relating to the payment of child welfare services
Multiple funded programs reflecting in various organizations
Various financial automated systems
Research
Computer operation
Microsoft usage
Interpersonal relationships
Verbal and written communication
10-key operation by touch
Reconciling
Problem identification and resolution
Data entry
Analyze
Identify and resolve discrepancies
Collaborate with a variety of people to achieve a common goal
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
Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any driver training
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)
Preferred
8 hours of college level accounting credits and/or 1 year experience in accounts payable
Benefits
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4:00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Paid Parental Leave pilot program
Company
Arizona Department of Child Safety
Azdcs is a government organization providing child safety services, including child abuse reporting and youth support.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Barbara Corella
Chief Procurement Officer
Gillian Vanasse
Chief Operations Officer
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