AHCCCS
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork
The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizonas Medicaid agency, is committed to delivering comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. Recognized nationally as a model among Medicaid programs, AHCCCS has received multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.
Our employees are passionate, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving Arizona citizens. AHCCCS is known for high employee engagement, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. We offer career paths for experienced professionals, entry-level positions, and internships, providing meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.
Accountant 4
Division of Business and Finance (DBF)
Location: 150 N. 18th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85007
Salary: $84,298 - $89,298
Grade: 24
FLSA: Exempt
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary
The Division of Business and Finance (DBF) seeks a highly motivated senior accountant knowledgeable in Federal and State laws, regulations, and policies governing AHCCCS programs. This role requires independent work applying GAAP, GAAS, FASB, GASB, and other standards within a government environment. The accountant will design, develop, and maintain transaction coding profiles for automated financial statement production within the AZ360 system.
This position offers full-time remote work within Arizona, including virtual office arrangements. The State of Arizona promotes a flexible, autonomous, and trusting work culture, supporting remote work within the state unless otherwise authorized.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare annual financial statements following GAAP and coordinate schedules for the States ACFR.
- Streamline business processes, develop system functionalities, and maintain coding structures within AZ360.
- Generate financial reports for Medicaid programs, coordinate reviews, and assist external audits.
- Reconcile fund balances and prepare management reports.
- Manage external audits, ensuring documentation supports timely conclusions.
- Resolve accounting issues, assist with projects, and recommend internal control improvements.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of: GAAP, GASB, FASB, GAAS, GAGAS, automated accounting systems, federal and state laws, and policies.
Skill in: Financial data analysis, report writing, problem-solving, communication, and proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, MS Access, AZ360, BI Cognos, and other relevant software.
Ability to: Resolve management questions, write reports and procedures, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor's degree in accounting and two years of relevant experience.
Preferred: Experience in governmental or healthcare financial accounting, complex automated systems, CPA license or in pursuit.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Background checks, travel as needed, and compliance with employment verification laws.
Benefits
Includes paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, insurance, retirement, and development opportunities. Remote work options are available but at the agencys discretion.
Retirement Programs
Lifetime pension through ASRS and voluntary deferred compensation options.
Contact Us
Disability accommodations available via email. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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