Financial Supervisor

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Financial Supervisor, you will lead the accounting and finance team within the Office of Budget and Finance, guiding the execution of countywide financial operations and helping shape sound fiscal strategy. In this role, you will oversee complex accounting functions, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintain compliance with regulatory and reporting standards. You’ll analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations that support informed decision-making at an organizational level. You will play a critical role in managing daily financial operations, reviewing a wide range of transactions, and strengthening internal controls to safeguard the County’s financial integrity. Your ability to exercise independent judgment and navigate complex financial scenarios will be key to success. Beyond your core responsibilities, you will serve as a trusted partner to departments across the County by providing guidance, building strong relationships, and delivering solutions that support diverse operational needs. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading with purpose, collaboration, and innovation. Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your financial expertise drives impact across the County? Apply today!

Requirements

• Three years of professional-level accounting/finance experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant
• Government accounting experience
• Experience leading or supervising paraprofessional and professional financial staff
• Computer proficiency using Advantage, Business Objects, OnBase, SQL Server, Excel, Word, and Access
• Four to five years of finance experience

Responsibilities

• Supervise the County’s grant activity, including the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and coordinating the Single Audit, the Central Service Cost Allocation Plan and Indirect Cost Plans, property tax levy and rates, and GASB 87 leases.
• Performs complex and advanced accounting and financial reporting functions, which may include accounts payable, capital assets/projects, infrastructure, cash, cost accounting, financial reporting, general accounting, grants, long-term financing, property tax rates and levies, etc.
• Provides assistance with Countywide audits, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Expenditure Limitation Report, Landfill Compliance, Single Audit Report, etc.
• Implement reporting requirements applicable to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standard Board (GASB); understands how standards pertain to the accounting and financial reporting requirements of a governmental entity.
• Evaluates and implements internal and external audit recommendations and provides feedback to management on the results.
• Establishes Countywide policies, procedures, internal controls, and monitoring programs in order to comply with GAAP and Federal Uniform Guidance.
• Provides for the hiring, training, and management of staff; development of performance management plans and regular performance reviews; definition and monitoring of departmental performance standards; addresses with employees’ performance.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• 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