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Accounting Specialist

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Morristown
41835 North Castle Hot Springs Road (Show on map)
Oct 25, 2025
Posting Date 10/24/25 Application Deadline 10/29/25 Pay Range $42,120 - $63,440 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Parks and Recreation About the Position In this role, you'll support the daily financial operations of Maricopa County through a variety of accounting and administrative tasks. From reconciling accounts and processing payments to compiling financial reports and maintaining accurate records, your work will help ensure transparency, accuracy, and accountability in the County's fiscal management. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys organized, detail-oriented work with a focus on precision and problem-solving. You'll play a behind-the-scenes yet essential role in keeping financial systems running smoothly, supporting sound decision-making and efficient use of public resources. You'll collaborate with departments across the County, vendors, and finance teams to research account issues, process journal vouchers, and audit budget and expenditure documents. Through this work, you'll gain valuable experience in public finance, reporting, and compliance. If you're looking for a role that combines responsibility, accuracy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in serving your community, this position offers an excellent fit. About Us Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert. At approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872-miles of trails, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently, there are twelve parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Clerical Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Additional post-secondary education may substitute for up to two years of required experience on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) This position works in Excel every day; strong Excel experience is preferred Associate's degree in business administration, Accounting, or Finance Experience in fund accounting and financial systems within a government organization Experience working with CGI Job Contributions Reconciles Park revenue received between the Department Point of Sale System, bank deposits, and credit card transactions Prepares and processes weekly revenue reports, verifies documents, and prepares and submits Cash Receipt Transmittals Maintains spreadsheets and databases for revenue reporting history Resolves complaints and discrepancies associated with credit disputes This position reconciles year-end financial reports and park cash funds, maintains accurate records of responsible parties, resolves discrepancies, and ensures compliance with County financial policies Processes accounts payable items, including invoices and requisitions, payment vouchers, and journal entries; maintains purchase order files, contract files and payment files; prepares monthly reports and allocation journal vouchers Audits payable invoices to verify compliance with contract fee schedule and terms; investigates errors and requests corrections from vendors Answers phones, processes and updates payments, and provides backup support for preparing and sending monthly billings to ensure timely and accurate account management Other Job Duties as assigned Working Conditions Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards and noise and vibration Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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