Arizona State Government
DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT
In partnership with local, county, state, and federal agencies, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) protects Arizona's people by providing coordination and resource response for the suppression and management of wildland fire; delivering education to aid in wildland fire prevention; providing integrated management strategies, technical assistance and information through various Department programs; collaborating in forest restoration projects; and ensuring fire and life safety through permitting, plan reviews and building inspections.
Accounting Specialist I Job Location:
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Suite 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details Salary: $42,712 annually
Grade: 16
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary This position is responsible for providing a variety of financially based administrative services for the agency.
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.
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 Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Auditing fire billing invoices and preparing fire receivables.
Processing vendor invoices and any other agency payable using the appropriate state system (AZ360).
Reconciling and paying card payments (Purchase Card and Fuel Card).
Processing all federal grant financial activity.
Recording all fixed and memo assets in the AFIS system.
Processing any other financial transaction as necessary for the agency.
Assisting with forestry project financial work as required.
Processing agency payroll and agency employee travel claims and associated duties therein as required.
Filing and archiving transactions.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Government accounting practices and techniques
Generally accepted accounting principles
Arizona State Systems (AFIS, HRIS, APP, AZ360)
Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Financial Documenting
Federal Grants financial reporting and tracking requirements.
Skills in:
Analytical
Computer
Strong Math
Work organization and time management
Written and verbal communication
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Ability to:
Complete tasks timely and accurately
Follow directives proficiently
Provide excellent customer service
Multitask in an ever changing environment
Meeting deadlines
Work Independently as well as work effectively within a team
Selective Preference(s) The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Accounting Degree, or 5 years of accounting work experience, or at least two years of Arizona State Government accounting experience including working with any or all of these state systems: AFIS (AZ360), HRIS, or APP.
Experience in processing payroll is preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
A valid Arizona Driver's License.
A valid Arizona Driver's License is required for employees operating a motor vehicle on State business. Employees must complete required training, pass license checks, and maintain driving records. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks and must maintain acceptable records. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business must maintain the statutorily required liability insurance. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, 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 State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
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, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion).
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation planWellness plans
Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment
Remote work schedule offers improved work/life balance, higher job satisfaction, and greater productivity. 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
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
The current contribution rate is 12.00%
Contact Us If you have any questions please feel free to contact Selene Rojas at srojas@dffm.az.gov for assistance.
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 (623) 236-6664. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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Accounting Specialist I Job Location:
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Suite 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details Salary: $42,712 annually
Grade: 16
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary This position is responsible for providing a variety of financially based administrative services for the agency.
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.
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 Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Auditing fire billing invoices and preparing fire receivables.
Processing vendor invoices and any other agency payable using the appropriate state system (AZ360).
Reconciling and paying card payments (Purchase Card and Fuel Card).
Processing all federal grant financial activity.
Recording all fixed and memo assets in the AFIS system.
Processing any other financial transaction as necessary for the agency.
Assisting with forestry project financial work as required.
Processing agency payroll and agency employee travel claims and associated duties therein as required.
Filing and archiving transactions.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Government accounting practices and techniques
Generally accepted accounting principles
Arizona State Systems (AFIS, HRIS, APP, AZ360)
Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Financial Documenting
Federal Grants financial reporting and tracking requirements.
Skills in:
Analytical
Computer
Strong Math
Work organization and time management
Written and verbal communication
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Ability to:
Complete tasks timely and accurately
Follow directives proficiently
Provide excellent customer service
Multitask in an ever changing environment
Meeting deadlines
Work Independently as well as work effectively within a team
Selective Preference(s) The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Accounting Degree, or 5 years of accounting work experience, or at least two years of Arizona State Government accounting experience including working with any or all of these state systems: AFIS (AZ360), HRIS, or APP.
Experience in processing payroll is preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements
A valid Arizona Driver's License.
A valid Arizona Driver's License is required for employees operating a motor vehicle on State business. Employees must complete required training, pass license checks, and maintain driving records. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks and must maintain acceptable records. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business must maintain the statutorily required liability insurance. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, 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 State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
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, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion).
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation planWellness plans
Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment
Remote work schedule offers improved work/life balance, higher job satisfaction, and greater productivity. 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
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
The current contribution rate is 12.00%
Contact Us If you have any questions please feel free to contact Selene Rojas at srojas@dffm.az.gov for assistance.
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 (623) 236-6664. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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