Public Sector Accountant: Safeguard Budgets & Compliance

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Phoenix, AZ seeks a detailed and ethical accounting professional to manage financial activities within its facilities and programs.

Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of accounting principles, auditing, and fund control, with emphasis on inmate payroll, inventory, and cost analysis to support public safety and successful reentry initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting (may include up to 6 hours of business law).
• Combination of education and experience allowed with 4 years in accounting or related field and qualifying coursework/certifications.
• Education plus experience options include CPA/CIA certificates or equivalent combination satisfying the 24-hour requirement.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

The US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Phoenix, AZ seeks a detailed and ethical accounting professional to manage financial activities within its facilities and programs.

Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of accounting principles, auditing, and fund control, with emphasis on inmate payroll, inventory, and cost analysis to support public safety and successful reentry initiatives.