Accountant Specialist - Onsite

S R International • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Tempe is seeking an Accountant Specialist to perform governmental accounting and financial reporting activities. The role handles account reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets and depreciation, and month-end and year-end closing activities. It also processes transactions across payroll, accounts payable, property taxes, and other accounting systems; researches cash discrepancies; maintains internal controls; and reviews employee travel requisitions. The position has limited fiscal responsibility, and approval is required for financial actions exceeding established thresholds.

This is a 7+ month contract, part-time position working 20 hours per week, onsite at 20 E. 6th Street in Tempe, Arizona. The pay rate is $27 per hour on W-2. Candidates must be local at the time of submission, available for an in-person interview within one week of the posting close date, and able to start within two weeks of an offer.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of accounting or related experience, including governmental accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP, financial statements, tax compliance, cost accounting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in PeopleSoft, Workiva, DebtBook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft 365.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to changing policies.
• Local candidate at the time of submission; resume must clearly state current location.
• Availability for an in-person interview within one week of the posting close date.
• Ability to start within two weeks of an offer.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and financial records.
• Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing and financial statement preparation.
• Manage fixed assets and record depreciation.
• Process transactions related to payroll, accounts payable, property taxes, and other accounting systems.
• Research cash discrepancies and maintain internal controls.
• Review employee travel requisitions and ensure financial records are accurate and compliant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED