Accountant Senior

City of Scottsdale•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Accountant Senior is a key team player in the City of Scottsdale’s accounting department, performing complex accounting work in financial reporting and management. Duties include complex reconciliations, interpreting GASB requirements, preparing month-end closings and year-end audits, and preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The position also provides high-level technical support and coordination for the City Treasurer’s office and works with city management, departments, and external stakeholders. The anticipated starting salary may be up to the midpoint, depending on the candidate’s experience and internal equity. The stated midpoint is $104,748.80 annually; the full salary range is referenced as listed elsewhere in the posting but is not provided here. Employees must reside in Arizona during their active employment with the City, including employees approved to work remotely. Other licenses or certifications may be required depending on department or section assignment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution.
Five years of experience in accounting, financial cost analysis, financial forecasting, auditing, or a closely related financial or fiscal activity.
An equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Must reside in the State of Arizona during active employment with the City, regardless of remote-work approval.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required depending on department or section assignment.

Responsibilities

Perform complex accounting work in financial reporting and management.
Complete complex reconciliations.
Interpret GASB requirements.
Prepare month-end closings and year-end audits.
Prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Provide high-level technical support and coordination for the City Treasurer’s office.
Work effectively with city management, departments, and external stakeholders.

Benefits

12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday.
Vacation accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month.
Sick leave accrual of 8 hours per month.
Medical benefits, including behavioral health coverage, dental benefits, and vision benefits.
City-paid basic life insurance equal to one times the employee’s annual salary, with supplemental life insurance available as an option.
Tuition reimbursement of $2,500 per year.
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System defined benefit plan, with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98%, including a long-term disability benefit.
Supplemental retirement plans through Nationwide (457).
Pet insurance.
Bilingual pay compensation.
Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to the employee’s PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account.