On‑Site Accounting Specialist — Detail‑Oriented Keepings

GILA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT; Globe (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila Community College in Globe, AZ is seeking a Full-time Accounting Specialist to join the fiscal team on campus. The role supports accounts payable/receivable, general ledger tasks, and prepares financial documents, working under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, deposits, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring compliance with GAAP and college policies. Strong Excel and data-entry skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education and/or certification in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience demonstrating advanced bookkeeping skills.
• At least one year of direct experience with fiscal/business office practices and procedures, including AP/AR functions and other general accounting processes.
• Ability to pass a background screening process and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Strong data entry skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel). Strong spreadsheet skills are highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general office duties, such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
• Comply with federal and state regulations, GAAP, and college policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Operate computers with accounting software to record, store, and report/analyze business operations information.
• Operate 10-key calculators, computers, and other office equipment to perform calculations, make bookkeeping entries, and produce documents.
• Prepare documents and postings; verify mathematical accuracy, general ledger accounts, and supporting documentation; obtain required approvals before processing.
• Follow general ledger account structures and coding rules to process payables and receivables according to College procedures.

Skills

Data entry

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bookkeeping certification

Accounting coursework

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Gila Community College in Globe, AZ is seeking a Full-time Accounting Specialist to join the fiscal team on campus. The role supports accounts payable/receivable, general ledger tasks, and prepares financial documents, working under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, deposits, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring compliance with GAAP and college policies. Strong Excel and data-entry skills are essential for success.