Accounting Specialist 2 (Accounts Payable/Payroll)
Accounting Specialist 2 (Accounts Payable/Payroll)
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Accounting Specialist 2 (Accts Payable/Payroll)
Address: 3300 N. Central Ave. Phoenix AZ
Salary: $21.63 to $24.52/hour
Grade: 18
First review of resumes will be completed by Wednesday May 21 2025
The Arizona State Retirement System is currently seeking an Accounting Specialist 2 (Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist). The Accounting Specialist 2 is responsible for the daytoday processing of various accounting functions including invoice payroll and travel reimbursements. This position ensures that daily general accounting operations run smoothly in accordance with state and agency policies and procedures. This is a Monday through Friday position that is not eligible for teleworking. There is flexibility on start and end hours.
- Processes agency transfers AZ360 transactions and deposits for processing by the State Treasurer.
- Receives reviews and routes invoices in ERP accounting software for approval.
- Processes and monitors payroll and related adjustments in HRIS.
- Daily cash receipts
- Develops and maintains spreadsheets and databases used for reconciliations.
- Reviews codes and processes employee travel claims.
- Initiates wire transfers for payment to vendors and the State.
- Researches and assists with vendor inquiries.
- Sorts data captures runs reports and processes deposits.
- Knowledge of the principles concepts practices and methods of government accounting and fiscal control.
- Knowledge of the rules and regulations of data processing as it applies to accounting practices; plus state rules and policies as they pertain to employee travel statewide accounting and the state automated financial system (AZ360).
- Skill in multitasking within the areas of accounts payable payroll and general accounting functions. Must have excellent time management and work organization.
- Skill in accurately computing coding matching batching and balancing source documents.
- Skill in providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships.
- Have the ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard information.
- Have the ability to use Access Word Excel and Google applications efficiently.
The ideal candidate will have these preferred characteristics:
- AZ360 and HRIS experience.
- Two years accounting experience plus an Associate degree. Additional years of accounting experience related to the industry may substitute for a degree.
- Candidates selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation to include credit and criminal history.
- All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify).
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Robust and affordable insurance plans (medical dental life shortterm and longterm disability options)
- Tuition/Professional Certification monetary assistance
- A topranked retirement program
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Accrued vacation and sick days
- Paid Parental Leave
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
- Worklife balance supported by flexible work hours telework and Monday thru Friday work weeks
- The opportunity to participate in deferred compensation credit union membership and a wellness program
- Rewarding work that benefits the people of Arizona
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
- Free covered parking
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602.677.2902. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
