Arizona Department of Administration

Division of Business and Finance (DBF)

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures

Main Office Location: 100 N. 15th Ave, Suite 302, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: Up to $67,567.00 

Grade: 22

Open Until Filled (1st review of resumes 10/13/2024)

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Division of Business and Finance (DBF), is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Statewide Accountant 2 to join our team. In this critical role, you will serve as the primary liaison between the General Accounting Office (GAO) and various state agencies, providing expert guidance on the AZ360 Financial system, statewide accounting policies and procedures, and the fiscal year-end close process. You will be responsible for complex accounting tasks, including reviewing and recommending approval of data, policy changes, and system enhancements. This position requires a strong understanding of GAAP, GAAS, and GASB principles, as well as the ability to analyze complex financial information and solve unique accounting challenges. If you are a skilled accounting professional with a passion for public service, we encourage you to apply!

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Serves as the primary point of contact as an AZ360 Financial Operations liaison between the General Accounting Office (GAO) and the state agencies, boards and commissions
• Responds to functional questions from agencies, boards and commissions, which include but are not limited to inquires from OSPB and JLBC, by providing guidance and/or research necessary to resolve problems or situations defined by the requestor
• Performs assigned operational tasks which pertains to the Automated Warrant Reconciliation (AWR) unit or the Vendor & 1099 Reporting unit within the AZ360 Financial Operations Group
• Performs complex assignments mandated by statute which may include: reviewing subordinate or other statewide accounting policies and procedures
• Works on system fixes and enhancements for improvements to the development and testing of the AZ360 Financial system
• Makes recommendations for improvement, applying knowledge and skills of own technical specialty

Knowledge of:

• Principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government accounting, audit methodologies, internal control structures, accountability, and fiscal management
• Reference materials such as Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals including the Department of Administration, General Accounting Office Statewide Accounting and System manuals
• Methodologies, spreadsheet techniques, statistical sampling, quality assurance and final technical report referencing
• Methods and techniques of development of data processing relating to large financial systems
• Customer service etiquette

Skills in:

• Work organization and accomplishment
• Analysis and interpretation of financial data
• Spreadsheet development and statistical sampling techniques
• Work techniques required to maintain accounting records through financial systems (includes personal and mainframe computer skills)
• Leadership and interpersonal relationships
• Oral and written communications
• Multi-tasking and adaptability to changing priorities on a regular basis
• Collaborating with team members and other agency personnel to achieve shared goals

Ability to:

• Public speaking
• Interact positively
• Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
• Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations
• Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly
• Build strong relationships inside and outside the organization
  

• Advanced degree in Accounting

• Requires Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field with required accounting credit hours Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

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

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer