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.

Job Duties:

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, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• 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 in