Accountant II - Finance & Risk Management

Job Description Summary

Department - Finance & Risk Management

Job Description

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5391 - Accountant II - Central Services

Salary Grade: 13

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $62,337 - $74,796 Annually

Pay Range: $62,337 - $87,276 Annually

Range Explanation

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a dynamic, motivated professional to join its Revenue Management Division. Primary tasks include providing centralized billing and collection services for assigned departments, completing reconciliations, processing journal entries, compiling and analyzing data for reports, and assisting in the preparation and/or updating of internal procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience working with automated accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite. If you enjoy working collaboratively with a team of dedicated professionals and have a passion for learning, growing, and serving others, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you to join our team.

This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. The Finance & Risk Management Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Reviews, reconciles, and analyzes financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with County policies and applicable regulations;
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper classification of financial data;
• Prepares financial schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for audits, grant reporting, and internal use;
• Analyzes financial data and transactions to identify errors, trends, and variances requiring adjustment or correction;
• Assists in monitoring expenditures, revenues, and budget activity to support financial tracking and compliance;
• Supports grant-related accounting activities, including tracking expenditures and preparing documentation for reporting and audits;
• Prepares adjusting entries and ensures proper recording of financial transactions in accordance with established procedures;
• Participates in audit preparation by organizing records, preparing documentation, and responding to audit inquiries;
• Provides technical assistance and guidance to departmental staff on accounting processes and financial system usage;
• Performs research and resolves moderately complex accounting issues in coordination with senior accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.

(A Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.)

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year with Pima County in an Accountant I – Central Services or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Experience with Excel.
• Experience in billing, tracking, collecting, and reporting accounts receivable.
• Experience in preparing reconciliations, researching, and analyzing accounting data.
• Experience in creating accounting entries, including journal entries in an automated accounting system.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in accounting, finance, or closely related field.

Selection Procedure:

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. The Finance & Risk Management Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory requirements will be determined by position. Action Activity - none; Motion Activity - simple grasping and fine movement; Hearing Activity - none; Speaking Activity - in person and on the phone; Vision - operate a motor vehicle.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.