Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist provides technical assistance in coordinating and processing department purchase requests, accounts payable, travel, and provides support related to finance and audit activities in accordance with federal and county guidelines.

About the Administrative Services Division

The Administrative Services Division delivers strategic, efficient, and professional support to all Divisions within the Human Services Department, enabling the delivery of high-quality, responsive services. As a trusted business partner, the Administrative Services Division ensures alignment of administrative functions with the Department’s mission, upholds regulatory compliance, and optimizes the use of public resources. We are committed to operational excellence, fiscal stewardship, transparency, and continuous improvement—proactively addressing challenges and driving effective results.

About the Department of Human Services

The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) builds resiliency in the community and promotes the well-being of County residents experiencing adversity through a variety of programs and services to help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, homeownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rental and utility assistance, and support for people experiencing homelessness. HSD is committed to delivering innovative and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that preserves dignity, promotes respect, and facilitates social and economic mobility

Join our team and unlock your potential!

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• 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
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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• Two years of procurement, clerical accounting, bookkeeping, or similar experience
• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid Arizona driver license at time of hire
• Must obtain Maricopa County Certified Agency Procurement Aide (CAPA) certification within two (2) months of hire
• Must complete background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to successfully secure and maintain DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Two years of accounts payable experience
• Knowledge of Accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of County procurement policy
• Experience in public sector or non-profit accounting environment
• Experience with federal and state grants
• Experience and knowledge of CGI Advantage Financial System and OnBase

• Compile, record, and reconcile accounts and financial transactions
• Post information and balance general and subsidiary ledgers and accounts
• Process payments and/or billings
• Perform accounts receivable duties
• Compile monthly closings and annual reports
• Maintain accounting and financial records
• Process journal vouchers
• Research account issues
• Audit budgetary and expenditure documents
• Gather statistical data and prepare worksheets and reports
• Explain accounting and financial procedures to employees and the public
• Senior-level incumbents may provide training and/or direct the work of less experienced employees
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Work is routinely performed in an office environment, which may require long periods of sitting, reading, and typing
• Requires travel to program sites throughout Maricopa County
• The position requires travel to and from various county, client, and contractor locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business

• 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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.