Accountant

Maricopa Community College district; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 56,764 - 73,792; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

ASRS Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) seeks an Accountant in District Support Services to manage treasury functions, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role emphasizes strong Excel use, collaboration with colleges, and timely GAAP-compliant accounting. This is a full-time, 12-month position with a comprehensive benefits package and regular 8am-5pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, auditing, economics, business or public administration, or directly related field and two years of experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and related full-time work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bank reconciliations for all accounts and research discrepancies across systems.
• Perform daily semi-manual and monthly book-to-bank reconciliations.
• Analyze variances to ensure timely accurate recording and GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with multiple colleges and departments; heavy use of Excel for large-volume reconciliations.
• Coordinate EFT notifications and provide updates on deposits across accounts.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accountant

Job ID: 322978

Location: District Support Services Cntr

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$56,764.02 - $73,792.62/annually, DOE

Grade

115

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage


• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time


• 20 Paid Observed Holidays


• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage


• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions


• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)


• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents


• Annual Professional Development Funding


• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars


• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter


• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services


• Pre-Retirement Planning Events


• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

As a Treasury Accountant, you'll help ensure the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial operations by managing treasury functions, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local government regulations. This role offers the opportunity to apply your accounting expertise and analytical skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your work makes a meaningful impact.

Essential Functions

20% - Responsible for preparing the bank reconciliations for all Maricopa bank accounts, including leading the research of discrepancies across various bank accounts and systems such as Chase Access (banking), Chase Paymentech (merchant services), FMS (Treasury, AP, and Grants modules), HCM, and SIS.

20% - Performs the daily semi-manual bank reconciliation within FMS and also the monthly book-to-bank reconciliation for all Maricopa accounts.

20% - Researches and analyzes all variances on a daily/monthly basis to ensure all transactions are recorded in a timely manner so that the bank reconciliations are completed in accordance to Maricopa's policy and procedures.

20% - Collaborates with all colleges and multiple departments across the district to ensure transactions are reviewed and recorded within the system. Works heavily within Excel to reconcile a large volume of transactions across multiple bank accounts. Must pay close attention to detail and review complex bank reconciliations on a daily basis.

10% - Coordinates various notifications of all Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT's) transactions on a daily basis to all colleges so they are aware of funds that have been received. Also provides updates to other departments with the District Office of the various deposits that are received across multiple bank accounts. Works with colleges and departments to ensure timely recording and reconciling of various deposits across the district, and ensures GAAP rules and methods.

10% - Performs other duties as assigned and serves as backup for multiple tasks from other Treasury team members.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in finance, accounting, auditing, economics, business or public administration, or directly related field and two (2) years of experience that includes the application of GAAP theory and practice, tax laws as they apply to accounting transactions and reporting, and use of computerized accounting systems.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and/or directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

1. Two (2) or more years of experience in dealing with various banking transactions and/or banking systems.


2. Two (2) or more years of experience in accounting or equivalent experience, including processing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with legal or contractual requirements, recordkeeping and preparation of monthly, quarterly and/ or annual reporting.


3. Demonstrated ability to pro-actively apply knowledge, think independently, take initiative to solve problems, and skillfully interpret regulations, laws and guidelines - described in the prior experience listed in the cover letter and/or resume.


4. Experience in time management applying organizational skills, attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills - described in the prior experience listed in the cover letter and/or resume.


5. Experience and proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.


6. Ability to provide a high level of customer service and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with customers and peers - described in the prior experience listed in the cover letter and/or resume.


7. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years

Special Working Conditions

May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor.

May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs.

This position may not always have the benefit of working a summer schedule (four ten's). This position may be required to work partial hours on Fridays and work partial hours on days the bank is open and MCCD is closed, example; Spring Break, Thanksgiving holiday, & Winter break. This position requires decisions to the Bank for daily exceptions (fraud checks presented/dup checks presented/void/stale date checks presented).

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review Monday, August 3, 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: \"No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.\"

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.