Finance Supervisor

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $72,750 - $115,000

About The Position

The Finance Supervisor oversees all travel and procurement operations while providing accounting and financial leadership to the Travel & Procurement team. This role is responsible for executing advanced-level financial functions with professionalism, discretion, and sound independent judgment. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment supporting attorneys, paralegals, and victim advocates who play a critical role in the criminal justice system, this position offers a meaningful and rewarding opportunity.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in a professional-level finance role
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field
• Related postgraduate degrees or professional-level-related experience may substitute for education or experience on a year-for-year basis
• Must have the ability to obtain CAPA certification within three months of hire
• The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs
• Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of public sector procurement laws and regulations
• Experience with solicitations and requests for bid/proposal
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and knowledge, including Power BI and Power Queries
• Proficiency with Advantage, OnBase and BidNet
• Experience supervising the work of others, setting and monitoring output expectations, coaching performance, and preparing performance evaluations

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory and managerial oversight for the Travel & Procurement Supervisor and indirect oversight of travel and procurement specialists, including hiring decisions, staff development, and performance management
• Lead complex departmental procurement projects, including developing the scope of work, directing solicitation processes, overseeing task orders, evaluating vendor proposals, and ensuring contracts and agreements align with agency rules and policies
• Serve as primary oversight authority for all agency contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with MCAO and Maricopa County policies and collaborating with agency stakeholders to resolve complex procurement and contract issues
• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of departmental accounting, finance, travel, and procurement processes
• Coordinate advanced financial analysis of travel and procurement operations, including forecasting, cost benefit analysis and cost projections, and prepare and present clear financial reports and recommendations to inform MCAO leadership decisions
• Evaluate travel, procurement and contract management functions by conducting audits, reviewing workflow performance, identifying gaps and recommending improvements to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency
• Work closely with MCAO IT leadership to support technology-related procurement and ensure hardware and software needs are met, plan for future technology acquisitions and lead intra-agency initiatives related to travel, procurement, budget development and financial reporting
• Liaise between MCAO and the County Office of Procurement Services, as well as other external agencies and institutions; professionally represent the Division and the Department in both internal and external meetings
• Work collaboratively with departmental management on strategic planning and the development, submission and management of the annual departmental budget
• Serve as P-card administrator for MCAO; acquire and maintain the appropriate Purchase Card (P-Card) authorities; conduct audits on the use of Department P-Cards

Benefits

• 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
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level