Accountant I - Cochise Health & Social Services - Bisbee

Position is subject to the provisions of the Merit System Rules pursuant to Arizona Law. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the position may close at any time.

About the role

Under general supervision, performs professional accounting work of some difficulty; performs related work as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes, and verifies invoices, payments, and purchase orders; ensures timely and accurate vendor payments; reconciles discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Prepares and issues invoices, monitors incoming payments, records transactions, and follows up on outstanding balances.
• Reconciles financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
• Maintains financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and government accounting standards.
• Supports audits by compiling financial data and providing documentation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.
• One (1) year of experience as an accountant.
• One (1) year of experience utilizing computerized budget/financial tracking and reporting programs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and the ability to be covered by county insurance.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of accounts payable and receivable procedures; principles, practices, theories and procedures of accounting; financial record keeping and reporting procedures; automated accounting systems and applicable software applications; principles and practices of fund accounting; modern office practices and procedures; the principles and practices of management and supervision.
• Some knowledge of public sector budgetary and accounting principles and practices.
• Considerable skill in performing difficult mathematical computations; using computerized budget/financial tracking and reporting programs.
• Ability to analyze financial records and recommend corrective action; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; read, write and speak English; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Pay

$23.25 to $25.25 hourly dependent upon qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including membership in the Arizona State Retirement System.

Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls.
• Physical requirements: Sedentary work involving lifting up to 10 pounds occasionally; sitting for the majority of time; walking and standing required only occasionally.
• Mental application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for those able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.