• Job Description

  Req#: 523908

  DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Driving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative team To learn more about the ADOT team CLICK HERE

  ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 2

  Job Location:

  Address: 2039 W Lewis Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009

  Posting Details:

  Salary: $42,800-$57,558
  

  Grade: 18
  

  Anticipated Salary:$52,558

  Job Summary:

  This position is responsible for performing a variety of finance and budgeting functions and/or transactions for AZ Highways Magazine and Grand Canyon State Logo Signs.

  
  This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (3 days per week in the office/hoteling).
  
  

  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.

  Job Duties:

  Handling full cycle of accounts payable/accounts receivable activities including auditing and verifying accuracy.
  
  Examines and verifies fiscal transactions such as billing invoices, accounts receivable/ accounts payable, or other financial documents.
  
  Review and reconcile billing records and accounts.
  
  Perform general administrative duties including filing, mail distribution and record retention.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  Knowledge of:
  
  Principles, methods and practices of fiscal and financial record keeping, including automated accounts payable/receivable and payroll systems
  
  Automated Accounting System
  
  Data processing techniques as it applies to accounting practices
  
  Microsoft Excel, and general databases. Knowledge of Google Workspace
  
  Skills in:
  
  Maintain ledgers and journals
  
  Analyze fiscal data
  
  Interpret financial data
  
  Critical thinking
  
  Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the
  
  Ability to:
  
  Multi-task, prioritize and deliver results
  
  Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  
  Work with others/interpersonal relationships
  
  Professionally communicate with others at various levels within the division

  Selective Preference(s):

  One year level accounting experience plus Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  Valid state driver's license with an acceptable 39 month driving history.

  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).

  Benefits:

  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

  Retirement:

  Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required

  Contact Us:

  The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-7279. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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