Accountant III - Finance & Risk Management

Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management has an opening for multiple Accountant III’s to join our accounting team in the Grants Division. The successful candidates will work collaboratively to ensure the accurate and timely disbursement of vendor payments consistent with regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. Duties include preparing monthly reconciliations, Federal Fiscal Reports (FFRs), approving accounts payable transactions within the general ledger system, billing funders, and providing support to vendors and County employees on payment processing inquiries.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Prepares, reviews, and interprets financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and County requirements;

• Analyzes complex financial data, including cash flow, revenues, and expenditures, and develops recommendations to support financial stability and decision-making;

• Monitors Countywide and departmental financial activity to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with policies and regulations;

• Oversees complex reconciliations and resolves significant discrepancies in financial records and reporting;

• Leads accounting activities related to grants, including compliance monitoring, reporting, and coordination of audit requirements;

• Ensures accuracy and integrity of financial reporting by identifying systemic issues and recommending corrective actions;

• Researches and applies changes in accounting standards, regulations, and legislation impacting County financial operations;

• Develops and implements improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems;

• Provides advanced technical guidance and consultation to staff and departmental users on accounting practices and financial systems;

• Participates in audits by preparing complex documentation, analyzing findings, and coordinating resolution of issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.

(A Master’s degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.)

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year with Pima County in an Accountant II – Central Services or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. 

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): 

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in finance or accounting.

• Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

• Minimum two (2) years experience compiling and analyzing data to prepare financial statements.

• Minimum two (2) years experience using Microsoft Excel, specifically with pivot tables and formulas.

• Minimum two (2) years experience performing account reconciliations.

• Minimum two (2) years experience working within a governmental accounting environment.

Selection Procedure: 
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.     

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment. Other working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.