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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 1 Job Location: Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
3425 East Van Buren, Phoenix, Arizona 85008
www.azdes.gov Posting Details: Salary: $20.5346 /hourly ($42,711.960 annually)
Grade: 16
Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received Job Summary:
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES' video. Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Accounting Specialist 1 with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position is responsible for the payment of claims against the Arizona Business Enterprise Program (AZBEP), resolution of problems regarding financial transactions, accuracy of expenditure reports and fixed assets inventory. Will have authority to make decisions concerning the authorization of payments for repair and maintenance of equipment and other purchases required to keep the AZBEP facilities functional. Authorized to initiate expenditure corrections, warrant cancellations, and replacement warrants.
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, 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Issue and track purchase orders and work orders to ensure accuracy, compliance with procurement code and accounting principles, and an audit trail.
• Maintain expenditure portion of the AZBEP financial monitoring database to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports.
• Originate payment claims to ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors.
• Reconcile AZBEP's financial system to corresponding financial systems to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately in all systems.
• Review operators' monthly statements and ensure the report matches the supporting documentation.
• Issue invoices to the operators on a monthly basis and compiles the monthly operating statement.
• Resolve invoice billing discrepancies to ensure accountability and maintain positive relations with service providers.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and government accounting standards.
• Knowledge of federal laws, requirements, and regulations governing the divisions financial resources.
• Knowledge of federal Randolph-Sheppard Act and ARS 23-504.
• Knowledge of various programs requiring specialized invoicing and services.
• Knowledge of of the Rehabilitation Services Administration's and the Arizona Business Enterprise Program's rules, regulations, policies, procedures and financial systems.
• Knowledge of automated financial systems.
• Skills in the analysis and interpretation of financial data from a business perspective.
• Skill in developing interpersonal communications and effective working relationships.
• Ability to solve problems and make effective decisions.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks, assertive, excellent interpersonal skills, calm under pressure.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
• Three years experience in accounting.
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Travel will be required for State business. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code [A.A.C.] R2-10-207.11).
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
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 pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Myranda Carrasco (623) 633.2767 or email MyrandaCarrasco@azdes.gov.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (623) 633.2767 or emailing MyrandaCarrasco@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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