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 $78,543 

Grade: 24

Open Until Biasness Needs Are Met
(1st review of resumes April 21, 2025)  

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Division of Business and Finance (DBF) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Statewide Accountant III to join our team. This pivotal role will be responsible for key areas and critical assignments within the statewide accounting program, requiring a professional who can navigate complex and unique challenges with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will apply their deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements to a governmental environment. You will take a leading role in complex, statutorily mandated assignments, including reviewing and recommending changes to statewide accounting policies and procedures, and ensuring the accuracy of data for Public Information Requests. This role is instrumental in the preparation of statewide financial information and reports, including significant contributions to the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and the Report of Outstanding Indebtedness. You will also develop and maintain Standard Work, collaborate on process improvements, and potentially contribute to the enhancement and testing of a statewide financial system. Furthermore, you will review and recommend policy and procedure changes to the State Comptroller, ensuring the integrity of statewide financial data. Secondary responsibilities will include reviewing agency system security, conducting internal control reviews, and contributing to the Statewide Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). This position requires a professional who can provide expert guidance to agencies, the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC), and the Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) in problem resolution, and who may be required to testify on work performed. If you are a dedicated accounting professional with a proven ability to lead complex projects and ensure financial integrity, 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.

Completion of complex accounting assignments, applying advanced knowledge and technical skills.
Develop and provide recommendations for process improvements, leveraging specialized technical expertise.
Compose and review draft training and guidance materials on complex accounting subject matters, exercising significant discretion and judgment.
Respond to inquiries from agencies, boards, and commissions, providing expert guidance and conducting necessary research to resolve problems.
Draft correspondence on sensitive accounting matters, requiring considerable discretion, judgment, and negotiation.

Knowledge of:

• Extensive knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, FASB, GASB, and other related publications
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, methods, and techniques of government accounting, audit methodologies, internal control structures, accountability, and fiscal management
• Comprehensive knowledge of other agencies' operations and financial structure
• Comprehensive knowledge of reference materials such as federal regulations (e.g., OMB Circulars), Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals including the Department of Administration, General Accounting Office Statewide Accounting and System manuals, policies and procedures, and the information contained therein and its applicability to the assigned area
• Substantial knowledge of research methodologies, spreadsheet techniques, statistical sampling, quality assurance, and final technical report referencing
• Substantial knowledge of the methods and techniques of development of data processing relating to large financial systems
• Progressive knowledge of legal requirements impacting the area of assignment
• 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
• Skill in multi-tasking and adaptability to changing priorities on a regular basis
• Skill in collaborating with team members and other agency personnel to achieve shared goals

Ability to:

• Communicate both verbally and in writing with customers and co-workers
• Express complex analytical findings into a clear, concise, and understandable manner in reports and oral presentations
• Work within guidelines of established methods; obtaining, clarifying and providing information within established parameters
• Analyze data and interpret that data
• Embrace change and learn new skills

• Certified Public Accountant license preferred

• A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is required
• 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 26 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