Accountant III - Finance & Risk Management

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • $72,009 - $100,817 • Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management has an opening for multiple Accountant III’s to join our accounting team in the Grants Division. The successful candidates will work collaboratively to ensure the accurate and timely disbursement of vendor payments consistent with regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. Duties include preparing monthly reconciliations, Federal Fiscal Reports (FFRs), approving accounts payable transactions within the general ledger system, billing funders, and providing support to vendors and County employees on payment processing inquiries. This is an in-office position located in Tucson, AZ, and cannot be remote. The Finance & Risk Management Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.
• A Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
• One year with Pima County in an Accountant II – Central Services or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in finance or accounting.
• Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Minimum two (2) years experience compiling and analyzing data to prepare financial statements.
• 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 working within a governmental accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and interprets financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and County requirements;
• Analyzes complex financial data, including cash flow, revenues, and expenditures, and develops recommendations to support financial stability and decision-making;
• Monitors Countywide and departmental financial activity to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with policies and regulations;
• Oversees complex reconciliations and resolves significant discrepancies in financial records and reporting;
• Leads accounting activities related to grants, including compliance monitoring, reporting, and coordination of audit requirements;
• Ensures accuracy and integrity of financial reporting by identifying systemic issues and recommending corrective actions;
• Researches and applies changes in accounting standards, regulations, and legislation impacting County financial operations;
• Develops and implements improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems;
• Provides advanced technical guidance and consultation to staff and departmental users on accounting practices and financial systems;
• Participates in audits by preparing complex documentation, analyzing findings, and coordinating resolution of issues.

Benefits

• The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
• Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
• Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level