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Accounting Specialist II

State of Arizona • Arizona, Arizona • 2w ago

Job No: 541207

Work Type: Full-time

Location: REMOTE OPTIONS

Categories: Accounting/Auditing,Budget/Finance/Payroll

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.

Accounting Specialist II

Job Location:

Division of Business and Finance (DBF)

This position may offer the ability to work remotely on a hybrid schedule, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. Applicants must reside within commuting distance to Phoenix.

Main Office Location: 1740 W Adams St, Ste 3015, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: Up to $45,000.00

Grade: 18

Open Until Business Needs Are Met (1st Review of Resumes June 10, 2026)

Job Summary:

Join the Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Division of Business and Finance (DBF) within the Central Services Bureau (CSB) as an Accounting Specialist II and play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations. In this dynamic position, under the direct supervision of the accounting manager, you will manage complex fiscal data across multiple automated systems, including accounting, procurement, and HRIS. You'll serve as a trusted liaison, providing expert guidance to client agencies on accounting principles and procedures, ensuring compliance with the State of Arizona Accounting Manual (SAAM). Your problem-solving skills will be essential as you resolve complex financial issues, and analyze vendor/customer concerns. You'll ensure accurate document authorization, coding and pricing. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and a strong understanding of accounting principles, this is your opportunity to contribute to the financial stability of the State of Arizona.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Review and analyze documentation for accuracy, compliance to statutes, and policies

Ensure that documents are properly authorized, coded correctly and pricing is in accordance with purchase orders/contracts

Prepare and enter transactions information into various financial systems

Review/reconcile accounts and transactions from accounting systems for error, make any necessary revisions

Resolve issues/problems, answer questions, research/analyze data for divisions/agencies

Prepare deposits in accordance with policies and procedures relating to the handling of cash and reconcile to accounting system

Reconciliation of invoice agings, statements and general ledger reports

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

State of Arizona Accounting Manual

Automated accounting systems

ADOA rules and regulations

Excel

Reconciliation procedures

Governmental accounting

Skills in:

Basic math

10-key operation

Oral and written communication

Analyzing and interpreting policies and procedures

Work organization

Analyzing figures and fiscal documentation

Ability to:

Compile and enter figures

Prioritize work

Work both independently and on a team

Selective Preference(s):

Experience with AZ360 (preferred)

Experience with APP (preferred)

Experience with HRIS (preferred)

Experience reviewing and processing invoices (preferred)

Experience in reconciling agings and general ledger (preferred)

College-level accounting and bookkeeping classes (preferred)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. (https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf)

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

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Sick leave

Vacation 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)

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)

Retirement :

Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer

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