Accountant II - Finance & Risk Management

Pima County; USA; Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Pima County in Arizona is seeking a qualified Accountant II to join the Central Payroll team. This role performs specialized payroll and accounting work, reviewing, processing, reconciling, and maintaining employee payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with county policies and regulations.

The position emphasizes preparing schedules and reports for audits and grants, supporting budget monitoring, and providing guidance on accounting processes.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or related field, plus one year of accounting/financial auditing experience.
• Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Alternative: one year with Pima County in Accountant I – Central Services or related position.

Aufgaben

• Reviews, reconciles, and analyzes financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts and proper data classification.
• Prepares financial schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for audits and grants.
• Assists in monitoring expenditures, revenues, and budget activity for reporting and compliance.
• Supports grant accounting and audit documentation.

Kenntnisse

Payroll experience

Accounting proficiency

Financial analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Master’s degree or CPA substituting for experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary Department - Finance & Risk Management

Job Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5391 - Accountant II - Central Services Salary Grade: 13 Pay Range Hiring Range: $62,337 - $74,796 Annually Pay Range: $62,337 - $87,276 Annually Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position. The first review of applications will be on 11/06/2026.

Position Overview

The Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a qualified and motivated professional to join its Central Payroll team as an Accountant II. This position performs specialized payroll and accounting work involving the review, processing, reconciliation, and maintenance of employee payroll transactions. Responsibilities include ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining compliance with County policies and applicable federal and state regulations, and supporting the timely and accurate administration of County payroll operations.

Essential Functions

• Reviews, reconciles, and analyzes financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with County policies and applicable regulations;
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper classification of financial data;
• Prepares financial schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for audits, grant reporting, and internal use;
• Analyzes financial data and transactions to identify errors, trends, and variances requiring adjustment or correction;
• Assists in monitoring expenditures, revenues, and budget activity to support financial tracking and compliance;
• Supports grant-related accounting activities, including tracking expenditures and preparing documentation for reporting and audits;
• Prepares adjusting entries and ensures proper recording of financial transactions in accordance with established procedures;
• Participates in audit preparation by organizing records, preparing documentation, and responding to audit inquiries;
• Provides technical assistance and guidance to departmental staff on accounting processes and financial system usage;
• Performs research and resolves moderately complex accounting issues in coordination with senior accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience. (A Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.) (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: One year with Pima County in an Accountant I – Central Services or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years experience in payroll, accounting, finance, or related administrative functions.
• Minimum two (2) years experience using electronic systems to process, maintain, or review financial, payroll, employee, or timekeeping records.
• Minimum two (2) years experience using Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, or other tools to organize and review data.
• Minimum two (2) years experience researching and resolving discrepancies, interpreting information, and applying relevant policies, procedures, or regulations.

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items

Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. The Finance & Risk Management Department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Motion Activity - grasping; Speaking Activity - in person and on the phone; Vision - may be required to operate a motor vehicle.

Working Conditions

Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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