Accounting Specialist – TEMPORARY -Phoenix, AZ

Kelly Services; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Accounting Specialist for a 6-month, temporary assignment in downtown Phoenix, AZ. The role supports Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting for AZDOHS, with an emphasis on improving internal controls and efficiencies.

Hybrid work (3–5 days/week) is available, with standard 8–5 hours. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 1–2 years of experience, strong Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP), and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and XLOOKUPs.
• Ability to use accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical, organizational, and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting duties.
• Support audit-related activities for AZDOHS.
• Help establish process efficiencies and improve internal controls.
• Apply accounting best practices and maintain accurate records.
• Complete data entry and other accounting-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting Specialist – TEMPORARY -Phoenix, AZ

Local Candidates Only: Must specify current location on resume

Pay Rate: $ 21.80 / Hr.

M–F, 8–5; Hybrid 3-5 days/week in Downtown Phoenix, AZ

Term: 6 Months. Possible extension.

About the Job

Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting functions for the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS). With an upcoming audit, the team is focused on establishing efficiencies and improving internal controls. This role requires knowledge of accounting best practices, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting duties.
• Support audit-related activities for AZDOHS.
• Help establish process efficiencies and improve internal controls.
• Apply accounting best practices and maintain accurate records.
• Complete data entry and other accounting-related tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and XLOOKUPs.
• Ability to use accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical, organizational, and data-entry skills.

Benefits

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affibtive Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.