FINANCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety in Arizona is seeking a Financial Services Specialist to perform vital accounting functions and contribute to the department's mission. This role includes handling accounts payable, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Join a dedicated team where you can make a difference in public service.

Benefits

Vacation pay and sick days

10 paid holidays per year

Retirement plans

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Qualifications

• One year of general accounting experience required or equivalent college coursework.
• Strong analytical skills for monitoring financial information.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting functions including managing accounts payable and reconciling monthly statements.
• Prepare journal entries and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Maintain and track accurate financial records.

Skills

Accounting

General Ledger Management

Financial Monitoring

Education

Thirty semester hours of accounting or related courses

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity, and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens.

Visit our website at www.azdps.gov

FINANCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Salary: $45,306.98 - $59,874.26

To apply, you must go to the DPS website. Click here and follow the instructions to submit your online application.

Job Summary:

This recruitment will establish an 18-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies over the life of the list.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of highly responsible general accounting functions, including accounts payable, travel, general ledger, and monthly reconciliation of purchasing cards (P-Card) and/or sales/use tax.
• Prepare journal entries for payments, deposits, and reclassifying expenditures or revenues between funding sources.
• Monitor and track financial information.
• Administer support functions related to employee travel.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Resolve problems within the assigned functions.

Supervision is received from a Financial Services Supervisor, an Administrative Services Officer, or a Financial Services Manager. This is a competitive classification.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year of general accounting experience, or
• Thirty (30) semester hours of accounting, business, or related courses from an accredited college or university, which may substitute for the experience.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Office setting.

Progression:

Progression to the next step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Complete an examination process.
• Pass a polygraph and background investigation.
• Support a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
• If the position requires driving, a valid Driver’s License is required.
• All new hires must complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Vacation pay and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Retirement plans
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance, Peer, and Family Support Programs
• Bus Cards (subsidized)
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

For a complete list of benefits, visit our benefits page.

Retirement:

Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after 27 weeks. The ASRS provides lifelong income upon retirement. Voluntary deferred compensation options are available.

Additional Information:

Details about insurance plans and enrollment will be provided shortly after employment begins.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with disabilities may request accommodations by calling [phone]. Requests should be made early to allow sufficient time.