Accounting Manager

Cala Sourcing Solutions LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cala Sourcing Solutions LLC is seeking a Senior Accountant / Accounting Supervisor to oversee complex financial operations, payroll reconciliation, fund management, and reporting across multiple systems and funding sources. The role leads the accounting team to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.

The ideal candidate has government/public sector accounting experience, strong leadership, and hands-on knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, and ERP management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong accounting and financial reconciliation experience.
• Previous management or team leadership experience.
• Experience reviewing and approving financial transactions.
• Payroll processing and payroll reconciliation experience.
• Experience with budgeting, audits, and financial reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and ERP platforms.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and oversee accounting transactions processed within AZ360.
• Review ACH transactions and ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Reconcile AZ360 funds against Cash Flow Worksheets within established monthly deadlines.
• Download and maintain monthly ASAP/AZ360 reporting documentation for reconciliation purposes.
• Review General Fund Status reports and monitor financial activity.
• Oversee LGTS reconciliations completed by accounting staff.
• Manage the drawing, tracking, coding, and payment processing for ADEQ and payroll-related transactions.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure accurate coding allocations across departments.
• Coordinate payroll reporting updates and communicate required changes to leadership.
• Manage employee travel claims and reimbursement processing.
• Support annual budget preparation and financial planning activities.
• Provide funding codes for requisitions and financial transactions.
• Maintain and manage the organization’s Chart of Accounts structure and naming conventions.
• Supervise, mentor, and train accounting staff and new team members.
• Support implementation of new accounting sub-systems and process improvements.
• Assist with the development of long-term accounting procedures and operational controls.
• Prepare MBE/WBE reports and support internal and external audit requests.
• Prepare and manage disbursement claims for grant-related and augmentation funds.
• Track and monitor interest payments from the State Treasurer’s Office and maintain accurate records.
• Complete internal audits, corrective actions, expense reporting adjustments, and federal financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate arbitration-related payment processing and purchase order management.

Skills

Accounting & reconciliation

Payroll processing

Leadership

Excel & reporting

ERP proficiency

Budgeting & audits

Multi-system coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

AZ360 FIN & HRM

eCivis

APP

DotStaff

Job description

Senior Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee complex financial operations, payroll reconciliation, fund management, reporting, and daily accounting activities. This role will lead and support the accounting team while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing across multiple financial systems and funding sources.

The ideal candidate will have strong government or public sector accounting experience, leadership capabilities, and hands-on knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, and accounting system management.

Primary Responsibilities

Review, approve, and oversee accounting transactions processed within AZ360

Review ACH transactions and ensure timely and accurate processing

Reconcile AZ360 funds against Cash Flow Worksheets within established monthly deadlines

Download and maintain monthly ASAP/AZ360 reporting documentation for reconciliation purposes

Review General Fund Status reports and monitor financial activity

Oversee and approve LGTS reconciliations completed by accounting staff

Manage the drawing, tracking, coding, and payment processing for ADEQ and payroll-related transactions

Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure accurate coding allocations across departments

Coordinate payroll reporting updates and communicate required changes to leadership

Manage employee travel claims and reimbursement processing

Support annual budget preparation and financial planning activities

Provide funding codes for requisitions and financial transactions

Maintain and manage the organization’s Chart of Accounts structure and naming conventions

Supervise, mentor, and train accounting staff and new team members

Support implementation of new accounting sub-systems and process improvements

Assist with the development of long-term accounting procedures and operational controls

Prepare MBE/WBE reports and support internal and external audit requests

Prepare and manage disbursement claims for grant-related and augmentation funds

Track and monitor interest payments from the State Treasurer’s Office and maintain accurate records

Complete internal audits, corrective actions, expense reporting adjustments, and federal financial reporting requirements

Coordinate arbitration-related payment processing and purchase order management

Required Qualifications (MUST HAVE)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Strong accounting and financial reconciliation experience

Previous management or team leadership experience

Experience reviewing and approving financial transactions

Payroll processing and payroll reconciliation experience

Experience with budgeting, audits, and financial reporting

Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and ERP platforms

Strong Excel and reporting skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (NICE TO HAVE)

Government, municipality, or public sector accounting experience

Experience with federal financial reporting (FFRs)

Knowledge of grant accounting and fund management

Experience with accounting system implementations or process improvement initiatives

Familiarity with:

AZ360 FIN & HRM

eCivis

APP

DotStaff

Key Traits for Success

Strong attention to detail

Leadership and mentorship mindset

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Process-driven and highly organized

Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments