Accounting Specialist 2

Responsible for performing a variety of accounting/finance transactions. Performs journey level accounting-related tasks within an automated fiscal services system. Applies accounting principles and practices within government institutions. Gathers, compiles and reconciles fiscal data. Examines and verifies fiscal transactions for reimbursements of in-state and out-of-state travel expenses. Assists in record keeping and preparation of travel requisitions for out-of-state travel authorization. Telework is based on the business need. May be required to come into the office as needed.

Performs journey level accounting tasks associated with processing fiscal travel-related documents including the review/approval of employee travel claims and the review/approval of travel-related expenses associated with out-of-state employee travel requests.

Performs journey level accounting tasks associated with entering and reviewing fiscal travel-related documents as batched entries into the HRIS system. Executes quality control reviews on travel claims. Assists in other accounting areas as assigned.

Addresses employee problems, concerns, and issues associated with out-of-state travel requests, travel claims, and other accounting areas as assigned, following both State accounting policies (SAAM) and agency policies. Escalates challenging issues to the supervisor as necessary.

Collects data and executes analysis for Travel as assigned by the supervisor. Creates and updates reports for leadership that show performance trends.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge of:
- Principles, methods and practices of fiscal record keeping, including payroll systems
- Procedures, methods and office equipment used in statistical record keeping
- Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies
- Understand, interpret and apply the fundamental principles of accounting and general fiscal and financial record keeping practices in the performance of assigned tasks
- General office procedures; related laws, ordinances, and policies

Skill in:
- Effective communication skills both oral and written
- Effective organization skills
- Effective time management skills
- Effective technological skills

Ability to:
- Handle full cycle of payroll and travel activities including auditing and verifying accuracy
- Prepare and process fiscal transactions
- Review and reconcile payroll and travel records
- Analyze and interpret fiscal data
- Speak effectively with internal groups of employees
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.

High school diploma, GED. One year of experience in accounting and/or Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field.

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.

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

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will make a contribution to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27 week wait period for contributions to begin.

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 emailing virginia.hassard@azdhs.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.