Accountant 1
Arizona State Government, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Accountant 1
Job Location: Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details
Salary: $55,000
Grade: 19
Hybrid
Job Summary
Applies accounting principles, theories, and concepts to specific financial systems and processes. Performs a range of defined accounting tasks, including reviewing financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable requirements. Reconciles reports and financial data, identifying and resolving discrepancies or errors. Prepares and records entries and adjustments to agency accounts, ledgers, and financial records. Monitors federal funding to ensure proper alignment and matching of state and federal expenditures, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
Job Duties
Responsible for day-to-day operational activities related to processing revenue transactions, including checks, cash, wire transfers, and credit card payments.
Ensures all accounting data is accurately entered into AZ360 and coordinates with the Revenue Supervisor to obtain approval of accounting documents.
Provides timely communication to program areas as payments are received and deposited into the appropriate accounting structure.
Collaborates with programs to obtain input on unidentified payments, replacement payments for NSF checks, ACH returns, chargebacks, and the resolution of deposit discrepancies.
Responsible for processing adjustments to balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and proper financial reporting.
Main contact and administrator for Pcards and Travel Cards. Trains new card holders, answers emails and questions related to Pcard and Travel Card accounts, performs a monthly audit of all Pcard and Travel card transactions to ensure compliance with SAAM policies, assist with GAO semiannual audits.
Serves as the primary point of contact for processing refunds owed to external customers via check, credit card, and ACH. Provides guidance to program staff on refund procedures, ensuring all required supporting documentation is obtained and processes comply with SAAM policies.
Other duties as assigned related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of Performance Management, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Lean methodologies.
Skill in effective technological skills, effective communication skills both oral and written, effective organization skills, effective time management skills.
Ability to support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promote equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and create an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a closely related field required; two years’ experience as an Accountant 1, 2 or equivalent.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then a valid driver’s license is required.
All newly hired State employees are required to complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid parental leave—up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
10 paid holidays per year.
Wellness program and plans.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Defined retirement plan.
Award-winning Infant at Work program.
Credit union membership.
Transit subsidy.
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program.
Retirement
The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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 emailing nicole.zawacki@azdhs.gov. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
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Job Location: Address: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details
Salary: $55,000
Grade: 19
Hybrid
Job Summary
Applies accounting principles, theories, and concepts to specific financial systems and processes. Performs a range of defined accounting tasks, including reviewing financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable requirements. Reconciles reports and financial data, identifying and resolving discrepancies or errors. Prepares and records entries and adjustments to agency accounts, ledgers, and financial records. Monitors federal funding to ensure proper alignment and matching of state and federal expenditures, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
Job Duties
Responsible for day-to-day operational activities related to processing revenue transactions, including checks, cash, wire transfers, and credit card payments.
Ensures all accounting data is accurately entered into AZ360 and coordinates with the Revenue Supervisor to obtain approval of accounting documents.
Provides timely communication to program areas as payments are received and deposited into the appropriate accounting structure.
Collaborates with programs to obtain input on unidentified payments, replacement payments for NSF checks, ACH returns, chargebacks, and the resolution of deposit discrepancies.
Responsible for processing adjustments to balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and proper financial reporting.
Main contact and administrator for Pcards and Travel Cards. Trains new card holders, answers emails and questions related to Pcard and Travel Card accounts, performs a monthly audit of all Pcard and Travel card transactions to ensure compliance with SAAM policies, assist with GAO semiannual audits.
Serves as the primary point of contact for processing refunds owed to external customers via check, credit card, and ACH. Provides guidance to program staff on refund procedures, ensuring all required supporting documentation is obtained and processes comply with SAAM policies.
Other duties as assigned related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of Performance Management, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Lean methodologies.
Skill in effective technological skills, effective communication skills both oral and written, effective organization skills, effective time management skills.
Ability to support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promote equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and create an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a closely related field required; two years’ experience as an Accountant 1, 2 or equivalent.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then a valid driver’s license is required.
All newly hired State employees are required to complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid parental leave—up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
10 paid holidays per year.
Wellness program and plans.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Defined retirement plan.
Award-winning Infant at Work program.
Credit union membership.
Transit subsidy.
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program.
Retirement
The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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 emailing nicole.zawacki@azdhs.gov. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
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