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GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT

az.gov, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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General Ledger Accountant (Administrative Services Officer II) Job Location:

Financial Services Division

701 East Jefferson Street Phoenix, Arizona 85034

https://corrections.az.gov

Job Summary Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will drive excellence in our financial operations!

We are actively seeking a meticulous and proactive General Ledger Accountant who is ready to make a significant impact within our Comptroller and Finance Department. In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in reviewing, analyzing, and optimizing financial transactions to ensure strict adherence to statewide and departmental accounting policies and procedures. You will assist in the preparation of comprehensive fund reports, validate revenues and expenditures, and develop clear and effective written procedures that enhance fiscal operations. Moreover, this position will provide you with opportunities to contribute to audits and support critical special projects focused on streamlining processes for increased efficiency.

Job Duties

Monitors revolving banking accounts and fixed assets

Researches and identifies potential problem areas and possible resolutions

Compiles complex data utilizing automated accounting and procurement systems and identifies inconsistencies

Processes transactions for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset transactions, including but not limited to processing invoices, deposits, collecting Indirect, and transfers to correct errors

Verifies the accuracy and integrity of reported balances to the Arizona Financial Information System (AFIS) or AZ360 accounting system

Participates in inquiries from State Auditors and the General Accounting Office (GAO), Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), regarding fixed assets various bank accounts

Gathers documents or information per the request of auditors

Drives on State business

Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge Of

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the State of Arizona Accounting Manual (SAAM)

The principles, concepts, practices, methods, and techniques of government accounting, internal control structures, fiscal and asset management

The methods and techniques of automated accounting systems

The use of various types of accounting and financial software

Reference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS), applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures

Financial research methodologies

Skill In

Work organization and accomplishment

Analysis and interpretation of financial data

Work techniques required in maintaining accounting records through an automated accounting system

Training and reviewing the work of others

Verbal and written communications

Establishing and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships

Ability To

Apply accounting principles and practices

Learn and adhere to the rules, regulations, and procedures established for the work system or agency

Learn the State of Arizona Accounting Manual, State Procurement, AZ360, Arizona Financial Information System (AFIS), and APP automated accounting system

Follow written and verbal instructions

Selective Preference(s)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

In-depth knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and a strong foundation in financial controls

Proficiency in accounting software and advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Remarkable adaptability and capability to manage multiple priorities seamlessly

Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to craft and refine procedural documentation

Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

Vacation and sick days with 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)

Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options

Exceptional retirement program

Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program

An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

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). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us 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 (602) 255-2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

We are committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system with a heart for public service.

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