1740 West Adams Street Suite 200

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Hourly Pay Range: $22.86 - $32.48

Grade: 22

This position will remain open until filled  

The Accountant III works under minimal supervision of the Fiscal Officer of the Arizona Board of Nursing and performs professional accounting work requiring the standardized application of established accounting principles, theories, concepts and practices.

This position is the primary accountant responsible for procurement invoicing, entering accounting transactions, grant expense review & tracking, updating the agency's budget actuals and payroll processing.

The work completed by Accountant III requires a high degree of technical knowledge and competency.

• The Accountant III is responsible for processing payroll adjustments; credit card reporting, fixed asset accounting, inventory, assisting in the loading of agency budgets, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to financial standards and regulations; accounts payable and receivable, travel, general ledger , daily accounting processes, including journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, federal grants expense tracking and general ledger. This position collaborates on a wide variety of accounting tasks such as maintaining ledgers, recording entries, participating in the updating of budget actuals process, and interacting with vendors

• Reviews ledger accounts for all transactions on an ongoing basis. Conducts the reconciliation of reports and financial data, identifies or corrects inconsistencies or errors. Ensures costs are properly allocated to the appropriate federal, state or other funding sources

• Lead in the development and update of desk procedures and assist with the development of policies and procedures for the Fiscal Services area. Assist in the streamlining processes or procedures related to Fiscal Services, when applicable

• Support in training Fiscal Services staff; providing solutions and making recommendations for improvement on identified financial problems; researching SAAM guidance on a variety of topics

• Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of reference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government accounting

• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices; the analysis and reporting of financial data

• Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques of automated financial systems

• Working knowledge of financial research methodologies

• Internal control structures, and fiscal management

Skills:

• Collaborating with team members and other agency personnel to achieve shared goals

• Multi-tasking and adaptability to changing priorities on a regular basis

• Strong analytical skill in researching and reviewing financial data

• Microsoft Excel & Word, Google Sheets & Docs

• Good written and verbal communication

Ability:

• Critical thinking in resolving questions and problems presented by all customers

• Communicate timely, professionally and productively with supervisor

• Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret financial data

• To work independently and as part of a team

• Embrace change and learn new skills

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting from an accredited college or university; OR a Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting courses; and two years' experience as an Accountant 1, 2 or equivalent

• Preferred prior experience with AZ360

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)

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

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at staffing@azdoa.gov for assistance