Arizona State Government
ARIZONA BOARD OF NURSING
Mission
The mission of the Arizona State Board of Nursing is to protect and promote the welfare of the public by ensuring that each person holding a nursing license or certificate is competent to practice safely. The Board fulfills its mission through the regulation of the practice of nursing and the approval of nursing education programs. The mission, derived from the Nursing Practice Act, supersedes the interest of any individual, the nursing profession, or any special interest group.
Accountant III Location 1740 West Adams Street Suite 200, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details Hourly Pay Range: $22.86 - $32.48 Grade: 22 This position will remain open until filled
Job Summary The Accountant III works under minimal supervision of the Fiscal Officer of the Arizona Board of Nursing and performs professional accounting work requiring the standardized application of established accounting principles, theories, concepts and practices. The position is the primary accountant responsible for procurement invoicing, entering accounting transactions, grant expense review & tracking, updating the agency's budget actuals and payroll processing. The work completed requires a high degree of technical knowledge and competency.
Job Duties
Process payroll adjustments, credit card reporting, fixed asset accounting, inventory, assist in loading agency budgets, ensure data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to financial standards and regulations; accounts payable and receivable, travel, general ledger, daily accounting processes, including journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, federal grants expense tracking and general ledger. Collaborate on maintaining ledgers, recording entries, updating budget actuals, and interacting with vendors.
Review ledger accounts for all transactions on an ongoing basis. Conduct reconciliation of reports and financial data, identify or correct inconsistencies or errors. Ensure costs are properly allocated to appropriate federal, state or other funding sources.
Lead development and update of desk procedures and assist with development of policies and procedures for the Fiscal Services area. Assist in streamlining processes or procedures related to Fiscal Services when applicable.
Support training Fiscal Services staff; provide solutions and make recommendations for improvement on identified financial problems; research SAAM guidance on a variety of topics.
Perform other duties as assigned related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of reference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government accounting.
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices; the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques of automated financial systems.
Working knowledge of financial research methodologies.
Internal control structures and fiscal management.
Skills
Collaborate with team members and other agency personnel to achieve shared goals.
Multi-task and adapt to changing priorities on a regular basis.
Strong analytical skill in researching and reviewing financial data.
Microsoft Excel & Word, Google Sheets & Docs.
Good written and verbal communication.
Ability
Critical thinking in resolving questions and problems presented by all customers.
Communicate timely, professionally and productively with supervisor.
Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret financial data.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Embrace change and learn new skills.
Required Education, Licensure, Certification • Bachelor’s Degree with a major in accounting from an accredited college or university; OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting courses; and two years’ experience as an Accountant I, II or equivalent.
Preferred Education, Licensure, Certification
Preferred prior experience with AZ360.
If this position requires driving or use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, Driver’s License Requirements apply.
Benefits
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, defer compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance.
Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year.
Health and dental insurance.
Retirement plan.
Sick leave.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit the benefits page.
Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at staffing@azdoa.gov for assistance.
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Accountant III Location 1740 West Adams Street Suite 200, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details Hourly Pay Range: $22.86 - $32.48 Grade: 22 This position will remain open until filled
Job Summary The Accountant III works under minimal supervision of the Fiscal Officer of the Arizona Board of Nursing and performs professional accounting work requiring the standardized application of established accounting principles, theories, concepts and practices. The position is the primary accountant responsible for procurement invoicing, entering accounting transactions, grant expense review & tracking, updating the agency's budget actuals and payroll processing. The work completed requires a high degree of technical knowledge and competency.
Job Duties
Process payroll adjustments, credit card reporting, fixed asset accounting, inventory, assist in loading agency budgets, ensure data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to financial standards and regulations; accounts payable and receivable, travel, general ledger, daily accounting processes, including journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, federal grants expense tracking and general ledger. Collaborate on maintaining ledgers, recording entries, updating budget actuals, and interacting with vendors.
Review ledger accounts for all transactions on an ongoing basis. Conduct reconciliation of reports and financial data, identify or correct inconsistencies or errors. Ensure costs are properly allocated to appropriate federal, state or other funding sources.
Lead development and update of desk procedures and assist with development of policies and procedures for the Fiscal Services area. Assist in streamlining processes or procedures related to Fiscal Services when applicable.
Support training Fiscal Services staff; provide solutions and make recommendations for improvement on identified financial problems; research SAAM guidance on a variety of topics.
Perform other duties as assigned related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of reference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, methods and techniques of government accounting.
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices; the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques of automated financial systems.
Working knowledge of financial research methodologies.
Internal control structures and fiscal management.
Skills
Collaborate with team members and other agency personnel to achieve shared goals.
Multi-task and adapt to changing priorities on a regular basis.
Strong analytical skill in researching and reviewing financial data.
Microsoft Excel & Word, Google Sheets & Docs.
Good written and verbal communication.
Ability
Critical thinking in resolving questions and problems presented by all customers.
Communicate timely, professionally and productively with supervisor.
Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret financial data.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Embrace change and learn new skills.
Required Education, Licensure, Certification • Bachelor’s Degree with a major in accounting from an accredited college or university; OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting courses; and two years’ experience as an Accountant I, II or equivalent.
Preferred Education, Licensure, Certification
Preferred prior experience with AZ360.
If this position requires driving or use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, Driver’s License Requirements apply.
Benefits
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, defer compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance.
Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year.
Health and dental insurance.
Retirement plan.
Sick leave.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit the benefits page.
Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at staffing@azdoa.gov for assistance.
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