Accounting Specialist 1 - Phoenix, United States - State of Arizona

State of Arizona

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Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. _
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona._
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life._

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 1

Job Location:
Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
1789 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary:
$20.5346/ hourly ($42,711.96 annually)

Grade: 16

Closing Date:
Open until sufficient resumes are received

Job Summary:

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.

Across our many agencies, boards, 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:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Timely and accurately creates and amends client service and agency authorizations requested by VR staff using various subsystems. Conducts research on the authorizations. Reviews unpaid authorizations with VR Staff statewide and based on the review will amend or close authorizations. Amending involves adjusting funding and units on authorization lines.
Analyzes, researches, and resolves authorization issues, which may require using data from subsystems, IPE, invoice checklists, and other sources.
Receives, researches, and reconciles authorizations. Ensures receipts are received and accounted for Client Purchase Agreements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of State and federal laws; rules, regulations, agency policy and procedures relating to procurement and payment of provider and client invoices.
Knowledge of basic math skills and accounting principles, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of various automated systems.
Knowledge of various programs requiring specialized invoicing and services.
Knowledge of customer service principles.
Knowledge and skill of Word and Excel software.
Skills in Analytical, research, computer skills, interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem identification and resolution, skill in comparing financial codes for accuracy.
Skill in providing quality customer service.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; perform math computations, compare codes, figures for accuracy, identify and resolve problem invoices, review authorizations and invoices.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Selective Preference(s):

High School diploma or GED
One year of accounting experience

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the abovementioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

Benefits:

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

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and longterm disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours biweekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newlyplaced foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours biweekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

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.

Retirement:

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period.

The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in