Accounting Specialist 1
About The Position
The Accounting Specialist 1 compiles, analyzes, and verifies refund documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and integrity. The position processes Fuel Tax, IFTA, and miscellaneous revenue refunds; verifies calculations; reconciles data using spreadsheets; maintains records to meet deadlines; and ensures compliance with State policies. The role also researches inquiries and provides professional verbal and written correspondence. The position may offer remote work within Arizona based on department business needs and continued achievement of performance measures. Remote work is a management option, not an employee entitlement, and may be ended at the agency’s discretion. Work must be performed within Arizona unless an exception is authorized in advance. The role requires a valid driver’s license because driving or using a vehicle is an essential job function. Newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify. Mandatory participation in the Arizona State Retirement System is required.
Requirements
- 12 semester hours or one year of governmental accounting experience, including reconciliations and work with spreadsheets and deposits, or two years of accounting experience.
- Knowledge of basic fiscal, fund, and governmental accounting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, administrative codes, and the general structure of statutory financial compliance.
- Knowledge of budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and encumbrance processing methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of mainframe and PC accounting systems.
- Effective, professional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to use spreadsheets, databases, and other automated tools effectively and accurately.
- Skills in reconciling complex accounts, research, problem-solving, and organization.
- Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines and interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to synthesize complex work tasks or situations and present recommendations for a course of action.
- Mathematics and accounting proficiency, including complex financial and process analysis and interpretation.
- Ability to use computers and accounting software for complex financial tasks.
- Valid, current, unexpired, class-appropriate driver’s license; employees driving on State business must meet applicable training and driving-record requirements, and maintain required liability insurance when using a personally owned vehicle.
- Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) if newly hired.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the MAX systems.
Responsibilities
- Gather, review, and interpret daily refund requests for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance; make corrections or adjustments as needed.
- Verify the accuracy of refund codes and amounts and provide excellent customer service.
- Maintain records and files substantiating that transactions are completed in accordance with State statutes, rules, department policies, and procedures.
- Correspond professionally, verbally and in writing, with other agencies and taxpayers.
- Research refund inquiries from taxpayers and agency personnel.
- Enter data into the system and tracking sheet.
Benefits
- Sick leave
- Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan through mandatory Arizona State Retirement System participation
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Optional short-term disability insurance
- Optional deferred compensation plans
- Optional supplemental life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
