Accounting Specialist Unit Supervisor - Phoenix, United States - State of Arizona

State of Arizona

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Phoenix, United States

3 weeks ago

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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 UNIT SUPERVISOR

Job Location:
Division of Financial Operations
Accounting Administration
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 86005

Posting Details:

Salary:
$48,880 - $51,701 Annually

Grade: 19

Closing Date:
Open until Filled

Job Summary:

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Accounting Specialist Unit Supervisor for the Division of Financial Operations, Accounting Administration.

This position is responsible for reviewing and approving work products of subordinate Accounts Payable staff in the AZ360 and Arizona Procurement Portal (APP), verifying proper preparation and accuracy of accounts payable transactions by comparing original invoice, purchase order, and receiver, and ensuring responsibility for safeguarding public monies.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (one day per week in the office/hoteling).

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:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supervises a team of Accounting Specialists including training, mentoring, and assists in staff development, including problem-solving and decision-making.
Reviews and approves financial transactions of staff in AZ360 and APP for timely and accurate processing.
Interacts with the Office of Procurement and Division Business Partners and vendors to resolve payment problems and ensures that payments for goods

and services are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Confers with auditors, staff members, and representatives from other Divisions to acquire information needed for immediate determinations or decisions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Principles, concepts, practices, and techniques of government accounting and fiscal management.
Methods and techniques of data processing as applied to accounting practices.
Processes of State government.
Methods and techniques of automated financial systems.

Skills in:

Basic mathematics.
Oral and written communications.
Maintaining positive interpersonal relationships.
Effective time management.

Ability to:

Lead, supervise, and manage subordinate staff.
Analyze and interpret fiscal and statistical data.
Prioritize multiple tasks.

Selective Preference(s):

One year of accounting experience as an Accounting Specialist 2 or 3, or equivalent.
A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Successfully pass background and reference check; 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 a voluntary d