Accounting Specialist

Maricopa County • Morristown, AZ

5d • $42,120 - $63,440

About The Position

In this role, you’ll support the daily financial operations of Maricopa County through a variety of accounting and administrative tasks. From reconciling accounts and processing payments to compiling financial reports and maintaining accurate records, your work will help ensure transparency, accuracy, and accountability in the County’s fiscal management. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organized, detail-oriented work with a focus on precision and problem-solving. You’ll play a behind-the-scenes yet essential role in keeping financial systems running smoothly, supporting sound decision-making and efficient use of public resources. You’ll collaborate with departments across the County, vendors, and finance teams to research account issues, process journal vouchers, and audit budget and expenditure documents. Through this work, you’ll gain valuable experience in public finance, reporting, and compliance. If you’re looking for a role that combines responsibility, accuracy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in serving your community, this position offers an excellent fit.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Clerical Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance Administrative experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Additional post-secondary education may substitute for up to two years of required experience on a year-for-year basis
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• This position works in Excel every day; strong Excel experience is preferred
• Associate’s degree in business administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Experience in fund accounting and financial systems within a government organization
• Experience working with CGI

Responsibilities

• Reconciles Park revenue received between the Department Point of Sale System, bank deposits, and credit card transactions
• Prepares and processes weekly revenue reports, verifies documents, and prepares and submits Cash Receipt Transmittals
• Maintains spreadsheets and databases for revenue reporting history
• Resolves complaints and discrepancies associated with credit disputes
• This position reconciles year-end financial reports and park cash funds, maintains accurate records of responsible parties, resolves discrepancies, and ensures compliance with County financial policies
• Processes accounts payable items, including invoices and requisitions, payment vouchers, and journal entries; maintains purchase order files, contract files and payment files; prepares monthly reports and allocation journal vouchers
• Audits payable invoices to verify compliance with contract fee schedule and terms; investigates errors and requests corrections from vendors
• Answers phones, processes and updates payments, and provides backup support for preparing and sending monthly billings to ensure timely and accurate account management
• Other Job Duties as assigned

Benefits

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED