Accountant II - Finance & Risk Management

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

13h•$62,337 - $87,276•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a skilled and motivated Accountant II to join their Financial Control & Reporting (FC&R) Division. This role is responsible for compiling, issuing, and reviewing accurate and timely financial reports and note disclosures according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for inclusion in the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The department offers an alternative work schedule and telecommuting up to two days per week after successful completion of a probationary period. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, dedicated professional with a positive attitude.

Requirements

Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize various critical tasks and meet deadlines and the overall goals of the division.
Understanding of accounting principles and the ability to analyze and reconcile financial information, including capital asset balances.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport and gain the trust of others and to establish cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other County departments.
Experience with capital asset accounting, including recording, tracking, reconciling and/or reporting capital assets.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, or relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university.
One year of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.
One year with Pima County in an Accountant I – Central Services or related position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in finance or accounting.
Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Minimum two (2) years experience using Microsoft Excel, specifically with pivot tables and formulas.
Minimum two (2) years experience performing account reconciliations.
Minimum two (2) years experience preparing financial journal entries.
Minimum two (2) years experience compiling and analyzing financial data.
Minimum two (2) years experience in capital asset accounting, including recording, tracking, reconciling and/or reporting capital assets.
Minimum two (2) years experience working within a governmental accounting environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy and facilitate the month and year-end close.
Perform accounting activities related to capital assets, including recording, tracking, reconciling, and analyzing capital asset transactions and balances.
Assist with the review and reconciliation of capital asset accounts and ensure transactions are properly recorded in accordance with applicable accounting policies and GAAP.
Assess current practices and procedures and propose recommendations for improvements, if needed.
Ensure proper accounting methods and policies, accuracy and compliance within the department and the County.
Perform ad-hoc reports, projects and other tasks as assigned.
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.