The Chief Financial Officer reports directly to the Executive Director of the Arizona Board of Nursing and supervises a small staff responsible for procurement, accounting, grant reporting, agency level budgeting, payroll processing, ensuring the interface between the state’s and agencies accounting systems are aligned and working properly, and facilities management.
The work completed by the Chief Financial Officer is very exacting and requires a high degree of technical knowledge and competency.
• Manages day-to-day budgeting and accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and balance sheet accounts. Prepares and reports financial statements in compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Monitors adherence to financial standards and regulations. Supervises the load of agency budgets and assists in their development
• Performs daily accounting processes such as journal entries, account reconciliation, and general ledger maintenance. Conducts monthly analysis of revenue, expenses, and budget variances, identifying the reasons for discrepancies. Performs monthly revenue reconciliation with the state's accounting system. Serves as the primary contact for troubleshooting system accounting and reporting issues. Develops operational procedures and documentation of data flow. Prepares routine and ad-hoc financial reports for operational review and decision-making
• Manages fiscal compliance, tracking, and federal reporting requirements for Grant 1803 under A.R.S. §36-1803. Coordinates with U.S. Congress-designated grant administrators, the Governor’s Office, and internal program teams to ensure timely and compliant execution of deliverables. Responsibilities include infrastructure cost tracking, contract execution review, sub-recipient monitoring, and audit readiness
• Serves as a core member of the Executive Leadership Team. Provides strategic budget direction, financial modeling, and cost-benefit analyses. Prepares legislative fiscal notes and conducts long-range financial planning. Leads internal controls, financial policy development, and performance measures for state reporting and Board oversight. Coordinates all external audits and financial risk mitigation initiatives. Participates in budget planning and directs/facilitates the loading of agency budgets within the accounting system. Assists in the preparation of financial reports for the Board
• Responsible for oversight of payroll processing. Manages credit card activities and reconciliations. Oversees fixed asset accounting and inventory. Manages operational data, ensuring its integrity and accuracy. Supervises accounts payable, payroll, travel, and general ledger personnel. Oversees unit support of facilities and asset tracking
• Advises management on accounting problems and the effects of accounting changes. Provides guidance on measures to revise program plans or current practices and improve financial management. Supports external auditors in their work. Coordinates and/or supports internal audit functions
• Oversees all HR functions for the agency, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation classification, personnel actions, and compliance with ADOA policies. Acts as the lead liaison between the Executive Director and ADOA HR consultants for complex personnel matters
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position
Knowledge:
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, governmental accounting and fiscal management
• Federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable state and agency policies and procedures
• Advanced level knowledge of various computer software programs, with emphasis on Excel
• Policies and procedures related to document management in a regulated public setting
• GAO Financial Reporting program requirements
• Professional auditing standards and procedures
• The principles of management and supervision
• Fund Accounting/ Encumbrances
• Accounting principles (GAAP)
• Principles set by the GAO
• Internal control structures
• Systems Accounting
Skills:
• Effectively and efficiently use electronic data processing equipment, software/programs (like Excel), and accounting systems
• Identify what information should be communicated and provide clear, concise and oral/written reports
• Communicate timely, professionally and productively with supervisor
• Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Creating and utilizing complex spreadsheets in Excel
• Develop solutions to complex system problems
• Plan evaluate and improvement projects
• Credit card modeling and reconciliation
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Strong project management skills
Ability:
• Engage in continuous learning, and ensure current Federal and State laws and other applicable standards governing assigned program areas are interpreted and applied
• Ability to develop analytical, interpretive and logic skills necessary to evaluate legal, professional and investment reports, rules, statues and regulations
• Accept a high degree of responsibility in an environment where mistakes can have significant financial consequences
• Establish and maintain working/effective relationships within and outside the organization
• Maintain complex record systems and conduct business in a computer based environment
• Present ideas effectively as well as effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Work in a fast-paced, creative, unstructured and dynamic environment
• Preparing complex management reports on a timely basis
• Communicate with high level GAO professionals
• Performing complex numerical calculations
• Demonstrate sound judgment
• Bachelor’s degree in related field AND 5 years of experience in accounting; OR 10 years of accounting OR equivalent combination of exp., training &/or education
• The ideal candidate will support the vision and mission of AZBN & possess the personal qualities of integrity & credibility
• Proven ability to work within teams to accomplish multiple tasks & keep multiple projects organized & progressing
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.
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Sick leave
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
• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Jo Ridenour at jridenour@azbn.gov