ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Apply now Job no: 533927
Work type: Full-time
Location: REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX
Categories: Accounting/Auditing, Administrative Support/Customer Service, Budget/Finance/Payroll, Business and Financial Administration

ARIZONA OFFICE OF TOURISM

The Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT) leads the state’s tourism industry with the development of global marketing programs to promote Arizona as a travel destination. With multiple research-based initiatives including advertising campaigns, cooperative marketing programs, trade and media relations, and community outreach, AOT sets into motion a positive and profitable cycle of visitation, spending, job growth, and tax revenue.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Job Location:

1110 West Washington Street, Suite 155

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000 

Grade: 25

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

Job Summary:

This position coordinates and oversees the financial and fiscal operations of the Office of Tourism.

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.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for accuracy of monthly financial report through oversight and reconciliation of monthly budget report created through AZ360

• Distribute to appropriate cost centers and meet regularly with all budget managers to address concerns

• Responsible for agency's financial, fiscal, budgeting processes and all necessary record keeping

• Responsible for the accuracy and prompt processing of all agency travel claim

• Manage all agency accounting functions, and supervise accounting staff

• Provide regular training to staff to ensure SAAM compliance

• Agency lead for staff travel policy and procedures

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles and the Arizona Financial Information System

• The principles concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government accounting

Skills:

• Interpreting and applying policies, procedures and standards to specific situations, strong oral and written communication skills

• Techniques required to maintain accounting records through automated accounting systems

• Analysis interpretation and communication of financial data

Ability:

• To use initiative and judgment to make sound decisions and meet performance standards

• Analyze data and information using established criteria in order to determine outcomes

• Work and communicate effectively with all levels of the agency

Selective Preference(s):

• CPA

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field required

• One year of accounting supervisory experience

• 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.

Benefits:

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave

• Retirement plan

• Health and dental insurance

• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• 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

Retirement:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

Contact Us:

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov

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