Accounting Technician III - Sheriff's Office - (1026)

Nature of Work Under limited supervision performs work of moderate difficulty performing advanced accounting, financial and payroll support duties including financial transactions, preparing account reconciliations, processing journal entries, reconciling bank and general ledger accounts, preparing account reconciliations, developing financial reports, verifying and reconciling budgetary and fiscal documentation; performs related work as assigned. Please Note For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriff's Office at 928-226-5069. Typical Duties (Illustrative only) Leads accounting support activities including the review and verification of accounting documentation, ensuring accuracy in calculation, coding and adherence to policies and procedures Responsible for accounting support activities in the areas of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and/or special districts Prepares, maintains, and reconciles accounting, financial and other departmental records and accounts Audits projected revenues and expenditures Verifies transactions and reconciles discrepancies Responds to requests for information related to assigned area Frequent interaction with employees, other agencies and the public through various media to resolve complex accounting support problems Verifies the work of other accounting support staff Trains less experienced personnel in the clerical accounting activities or the work unit Provides support for external audits/auditors May effect collections of fines and fees May prepare invoices May audit travel claims for compliance with travel policies May handle and account for cash in various amounts May prepare and perform check run May supervise bookkeeping, clerical staff or temporary employees Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: sitting for computer work; working with and around other staff and outside agencies; dealing with interruptions; reaching; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer work, writing, and using a calculator; vision acuity (near/ far) must be able to see documents needing attention and driving; color vision for reading labels; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation with staff and customers; finger dexterity for typing/ 10-key. Minimum Qualifications Four years of increasingly responsible accounting experience; OR, Associate's degree in Accounting, Economics or Business and three years of increasingly responsible accounting experience; OR, Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Business and two years of increasingly responsible accounting experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. The ideal candidate will have experience in governmental accounting: good communicator; good customer service and have grant experience. Preferred Qualifications Accounting experience Payroll experience Customer service experience Ability to work on a team This position is non-exempt from overtime. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Considerable knowledge of: Governmental accounting principles and practices Automated accounting systems File maintenance procedures and practices Data entry and verification procedures County policies and procedures, statuettes and guidelines related to assigned area Office practices and procedures Principles and practices of supervision Special Districts Skill In Performing and verifying mathematical computations Using computerized budget/financial tracking and reporting programs and other software programs related area work Use of office equipment Ability To Meet deadlines Establish and maintain computerized filing systems Prepare and maintain financial records Format and generate revenue, spending and costing reports Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public Follow written and verbal instructions Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Employee Benefits Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes: (Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.) Vacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care InsuranceDental PlanVision PlanGroup Life InsurancePre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion PlanPersonal Day Purchase ProgramVacation Sell Back ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramWellness ProgramLong-Term DisabilityArizona State Retirement SystemEmployee Assistance ProgramOn-going Training OpportunitiesFree bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass Elective Coverage Dependent Medical, Dental, and VisionSupplemental Life (for employees & dependents)Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTax-deferred investment programAccidental and Disability InsuranceShort Term Disability 01 Please provide some examples of reports you have prepared or independent projects you have worked on 02 Please specify your involvement with record and database management 03 Please provide specific examples of documents you have prepared using WORD and EXCEL 04 Please describe your experience dealing with difficult customers 05 Please describe your previous customer service experience 06 As part of the application process, you are required to submit a completed background packet to the Sheriff's Office prior to the close date of this position. The following link will allow you to access the 16-page Civilian background questionnaire. If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the download, please call Human Resources at (928) 679-7100. Please copy and paste the following link to your web browser to download the background packet. https://www.coconino.az.gov/DocumentCenter/View/75242/CIVILIAN-Background-Word-Fillable-22026 YesNo Required Question