Maricopa County, Arizona
Accounting Specialist
Are you an accounting guru who is interested in the legal field who has an eye for detail? The Office of Public Defense Services has a role just for you! The Accounting Specialist provides assistance in researching and coordinating payments for vendors and contracts as well as purchase orders for the department. The Maricopa County Office of Public Defense Services assigns and oversees private attorneys contracted to represent indigent individuals in criminal, delinquency, dependency, mental health, and probate matters. We provide administrative support, financial oversight, integrated technology solutions, and HR support to all five of Maricopa County's Indigent Representation offices (Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate, Public Advocate, and Contract Counsel) in an effort to ensure indigent individuals have their fundamental rights protected and receive quality legal representation. We offer: Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 We require: Two years of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping or specialized administrative experience High school diploma or GED A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis. We also value: Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field Digital document processing experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Adobe/Acrobat Experience with and/or knowledge of iCIS, CACE or CGI Experience with Maricopa County Superior Court procedures Job contributions include: Processing invoices and monthly payments Screening expenditure requests for accuracy and compliance Obtaining appropriate expenditure approval as required and managing associated records Resolving complaints and discrepancies associated with payables Requesting and evaluating additional documentation and information from vendors and contractors as needed Reconciling paperwork and initiating corrections for errors Assisting in reconciling attorney logs and delivering documents to other County departments Working conditions include: Office setting with long periods of sitting and computer work Requires the ability to work with frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, handling multiple or unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, and in close physical proximity with others Selection procedure includes: Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Are you an accounting guru who is interested in the legal field who has an eye for detail? The Office of Public Defense Services has a role just for you! The Accounting Specialist provides assistance in researching and coordinating payments for vendors and contracts as well as purchase orders for the department. The Maricopa County Office of Public Defense Services assigns and oversees private attorneys contracted to represent indigent individuals in criminal, delinquency, dependency, mental health, and probate matters. We provide administrative support, financial oversight, integrated technology solutions, and HR support to all five of Maricopa County's Indigent Representation offices (Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate, Public Advocate, and Contract Counsel) in an effort to ensure indigent individuals have their fundamental rights protected and receive quality legal representation. We offer: Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 We require: Two years of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping or specialized administrative experience High school diploma or GED A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis. We also value: Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field Digital document processing experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Adobe/Acrobat Experience with and/or knowledge of iCIS, CACE or CGI Experience with Maricopa County Superior Court procedures Job contributions include: Processing invoices and monthly payments Screening expenditure requests for accuracy and compliance Obtaining appropriate expenditure approval as required and managing associated records Resolving complaints and discrepancies associated with payables Requesting and evaluating additional documentation and information from vendors and contractors as needed Reconciling paperwork and initiating corrections for errors Assisting in reconciling attorney logs and delivering documents to other County departments Working conditions include: Office setting with long periods of sitting and computer work Requires the ability to work with frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, handling multiple or unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, and in close physical proximity with others Selection procedure includes: Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.