ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 2

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Remote work option

Job summary

The Arizona Exposition and State Fair Board seeks an Accounting Specialist 2 to support the CFO in accounts receivable, payroll, and general accounting functions. Primary duties include processing invoices, vendor payments, payroll assistance, data entry, and report generation.

Remote work within Arizona may be possible based on performance and business needs. The role offers a path for growth within a public sector finance team and requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant accounting

Qualifications

• College level accounting classes or accounting degree required.
• Strong knowledge of AFIS and Procure AZ systems.
• Proficiency with Google Suites and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounts receivable/payable, payroll and general ledger tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate spreadsheets and run reports.

Responsibilities

• Process billing for services and issue invoices.
• Manage payments with vendors and ensure timely payments.
• Assist biweekly payroll and box office accounting.
• Enter data into Procure AZ and QuickBooks.
• Prepare daily deposits and reconciling transactions.
• Create and maintain accounting spreadsheets and reports.

Skills

Spreadsheets

Automated accounting

Cash handling

Accounting principles

Ledgers & journals

Fiscal data analysis

Education

College level accounting classes or accounting degree

Tools

AFIS

Procure AZ

Google Suites

Microsoft Office

Job description

EXPOSITION AND STATE FAIR BOARD

The Arizona Exposition and State Fair exists to showcase the cultural richness, traditions, heritage, and diverse commerce of Arizona by bringing the community together, celebrating in a spirit of freedom and security.

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 2

Address: 1826 West McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $47,840.00 - $55,000.00 Annually

Grade: 18

Closing Date: October 4, 2026

The Accounting Specialist 2 works with the Agency Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as the front-line individual for accounts receivable. This position is responsible for purchasing, payroll and general accounting office functions.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

• Works with accounting staff and other departments to process billing for services, preparing and sending invoices, processing receipts and preparing daily deposits; and examines and verifies fiscal transactions such as billing invoices, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll or other financial documents.
• Works with vendors to ensure timely payments.
• Investigates problems with obtaining payment for bills.
• Journal and ledger entries. Entering information into Procure AZ and Quick Books.
• Assist with biweekly payroll.
• Assist accounting office in the box office.
• Data entry and filing paperwork; running reports; creating and maintaining spreadsheets.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

• Good mathematical background;
• Arizona Financial Information System (AFIS) and Arizona Procure AZ;
• Principles, methods and practices of fiscal and financial record keeping, including automated accounts payable/receivable and payroll systems;
• Procedures, methods and office equipment used in statistical record keeping;
• Strong computer skills to include Google Suites and Microsoft Office Suites;
• 10 Key calculator for a variety of accounting functions;
• General office procedures, related laws and ordinances.

Skills in:

• Spreadsheets and automated accounting systems;
• Cash handling experience with sorting, counting and verifying numbers;
• Understanding, interpreting, and applying the fundamental principles of accounting an general fiscal and financial record keeping practices in the performance of assigned tasks;
• Maintaining ledgers and journals;
• Analyzing fiscal data.

Ability to:

• Be organized, resourceful, multi-task, and prioritize work efficiently;
• Demonstrate and use sound judgment and anticipate work needs;
• Follow through with minimum direction;
• Work independently and as part of a team;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Adapt to all situations and work varied hours, and possibly work weekends or evenings.

Selective Preference(s):

• College level accounting classes or accounting degree.
• Ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of hands on accounting experience or governmental accounting background.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Rose Ibe at [e-mail].

Advertised: 29 Sep 2026 US Mountain Standard Time

Applications close: 04 Oct 2026 US Mountain Standard Time