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Maricopa County · 1 day ago

Accounting Specialist

Morristown, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$42K/yr - $63K/yr

2+ years exp

Maricopa County is dedicated to providing exceptional recreational experiences and is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support their financial operations. In this role, you will manage daily accounting tasks, ensure accurate financial reporting, and collaborate with various departments to maintain fiscal accountability.

AssociationGovernmentHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Reconciles Park revenue received between the Department Point of Sale System, bank deposits, and credit card transactions

Prepares and processes weekly revenue reports, verifies documents, and prepares and submits Cash Receipt Transmittals

Maintains spreadsheets and databases for revenue reporting history

Resolves complaints and discrepancies associated with credit disputes

This position reconciles year-end financial reports and park cash funds, maintains accurate records of responsible parties, resolves discrepancies, and ensures compliance with County financial policies

Processes accounts payable items, including invoices and requisitions, payment vouchers, and journal entries; maintains purchase order files, contract files and payment files; prepares monthly reports and allocation journal vouchers

Audits payable invoices to verify compliance with contract fee schedule and terms; investigates errors and requests corrections from vendors

Answers phones, processes and updates payments, and provides backup support for preparing and sending monthly billings to ensure timely and accurate account management

Other Job Duties as assigned

Qualification

Clerical AccountingBookkeepingFinance AdministrativeExcelMicrosoft Office SuiteAssociate’s degreeFund AccountingFinancial SystemsCGIProblem-solvingAttention to Detail

Required

Two years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Clerical Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance Administrative experience

High school diploma or GED

Additional post-secondary education may substitute for up to two years of required experience on a year-for-year basis

Preferred

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

This position works in Excel every day; strong Excel experience is preferred

Associate's degree in business administration, Accounting, or Finance

Experience in fund accounting and financial systems within a government organization

Experience working with CGI

Benefits

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

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1