Accountant III — Hybrid (GAAP & Grants)

Pimasheriff; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County is seeking a skilled Accountant III for the Financial Control & Reporting division in Tucson, AZ. This in-office role focuses on preparing financial statements, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and supporting close processes in accordance with GAAP.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with at least two years of professional accounting experience. A CPA or Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business admin or related field.
• Two years of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.
• Master’s or CPA may substitute for one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interim and year-end financial statements and GAAP-based reports.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts; assist month/year-end close.
• Perform reconciliations and prepare journal entries; analyze ad-hoc reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pima County is seeking a skilled Accountant III for the Financial Control & Reporting division in Tucson, AZ. This in-office role focuses on preparing financial statements, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and supporting close processes in accordance with GAAP.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with at least two years of professional accounting experience. A CPA or Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.