ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 2 (ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/PAYROLL)
About The Position
The Arizona State Retirement System is currently seeking an Accounting Specialist 2, (Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist). The Accounting Specialist 2 is responsible for the day-to-day processing of various accounting functions, including invoice, payroll and travel reimbursements. This position ensures that daily general accounting operations run smoothly, in accordance with state and agency policies and procedures. This position works Monday through Friday and is eligible for part-time teleworking, with flexible start and end hours.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices and methods of government accounting and fiscal control.
- Knowledge of the rules and regulations of data processing as it applies to accounting practices; plus state rules and policies as they pertain to employee travel, statewide accounting and the state automated financial system (AZ360).
- Skill in multi-tasking within the areas of accounts payable, payroll and general accounting functions. Must have excellent time management and work organization.
- Skill in accurately computing, coding, matching, batching and balancing source documents.
- Skill in providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships.
- Have the ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard information.
- Have the ability to use Access, Word, Excel and Google applications efficiently.
- Candidates selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation to include credit and criminal history.
- All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Nice To Haves
- AZ360 experience
- Two years accounting experience plus an Associate degree. Additional years of accounting experience related to the industry may substitute for a degree.
Responsibilities
- Processes agency transfers, AZ360 transactions and deposits for processing by the State Treasurer.
- Receives, reviews and routes invoices in ERP accounting software for approval.
- Processes and monitors payroll and related adjustments in HRIS.
- Daily cash receipts
- Develops and maintains spreadsheets and databases used for reconciliations.
- Reviews, codes and processes employee travel claims.
- Initiates wire transfers for payment to vendors and the State.
- Researches and assists with vendor inquiries.
- Sorts, data captures, runs reports and processes deposits.
Benefits
- Robust and affordable insurance plans (medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options)
- Tuition/Professional Certification monetary assistance
- A top-ranked retirement program
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Accrued vacation and sick days
- Paid Parental Leave
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
- Work-life balance supported by flexible work hours, telework, and Monday thru Friday work weeks
- The opportunity to participate in deferred compensation, credit union membership, and a wellness program
- Rewarding work that benefits the people of Arizona
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
- Free covered parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
