Maricopa County, AZ
Posting Date
01/05/26
Application Deadline 01/12/26
Pay Range $18.50 - $26.00 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Public Defense Services
About the Position Are you an accounting guru who is interested in the legal field who has an eye for detail? The Office of Public Defense Services has a role just for you! The Accounting Specialist provides assistance in researching and coordinating payments for vendors and contracts as well as purchase orders for the department.
About Us The Maricopa County Office of Public Defense Services assigns and oversees private attorneys contracted to represent indigent individuals in criminal, delinquency, dependency, mental health, and probate matters. We provide administrative support, financial oversight, integrated technology solutions, and HR support to all five of Maricopa County's Indigent Representation offices (Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate, Public Advocate, and Contract Counsel) in an effort to ensure indigent individuals have their fundamental rights protected and receive quality legal representation.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Two years of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping or specialized administrative experience
High school diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
We Also Value
Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field
Digital document processing experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Adobe/Acrobat
Experience with and/or knowledge of iCIS, CACE or CGI
Experience with Maricopa County Superior Court procedures
Job Contributions
Processes invoices and monthly payments
Screens expenditure requests for accuracy and compliance
Obtains appropriate expenditure approval as required and manages associated records
Resolves complaints and discrepancies associated with payables
Requests and evaluates additional documentation and information from vendors and contractors as needed
Reconciles paperwork and initiates corrections for errors
Assists in reconciling attorney logs and delivers documents to other County departments
Working Conditions
Office setting with long periods of sitting and computer work
Requires the ability to work with frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, handling multiple or unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, and in close physical proximity with others
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Application Deadline 01/12/26
Pay Range $18.50 - $26.00 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Public Defense Services
About the Position Are you an accounting guru who is interested in the legal field who has an eye for detail? The Office of Public Defense Services has a role just for you! The Accounting Specialist provides assistance in researching and coordinating payments for vendors and contracts as well as purchase orders for the department.
About Us The Maricopa County Office of Public Defense Services assigns and oversees private attorneys contracted to represent indigent individuals in criminal, delinquency, dependency, mental health, and probate matters. We provide administrative support, financial oversight, integrated technology solutions, and HR support to all five of Maricopa County's Indigent Representation offices (Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate, Public Advocate, and Contract Counsel) in an effort to ensure indigent individuals have their fundamental rights protected and receive quality legal representation.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Two years of accounting, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping or specialized administrative experience
High school diploma or GED
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.
We Also Value
Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field
Digital document processing experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Adobe/Acrobat
Experience with and/or knowledge of iCIS, CACE or CGI
Experience with Maricopa County Superior Court procedures
Job Contributions
Processes invoices and monthly payments
Screens expenditure requests for accuracy and compliance
Obtains appropriate expenditure approval as required and manages associated records
Resolves complaints and discrepancies associated with payables
Requests and evaluates additional documentation and information from vendors and contractors as needed
Reconciles paperwork and initiates corrections for errors
Assists in reconciling attorney logs and delivers documents to other County departments
Working Conditions
Office setting with long periods of sitting and computer work
Requires the ability to work with frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, handling multiple or unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, and in close physical proximity with others
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr