ARIZONA BOARD OF NURSING

The mission of the Arizona State Board of Nursing is to protect and promote the welfare of public by ensuring that each person holding a nursing license or certificate is competent to practice safely. The Board fulfills its mission through the regulation of the practice of nursing and the approval of nursing education programs. The mission derived from the Nursing Practice Act supersedes the interest of any individual the nursing profession or any special interest group.

1740 West Adams Street Suite 200

Phoenix Arizona 85007

Hourly Pay Range: $31.71 - $44.83

Grade: 26

This position will close on June 15 2025

The Chief Financial Officer reports directly to the Executive Director of the Arizona Board of Nursing and supervises a small staff responsible for procurement accounting grant reporting agency level budgeting payroll processing ensuring the interface between the states and agencies accounting systems are aligned and working properly and facilities management.

The work completed by the Chief Financial Officer is very exacting and requires a high degree of technical knowledge and competency.

Manages day-to-day budgeting and accounting operations including the general ledger accounts payable and receivable and balance sheet accounts. Prepares and reports financial statements in compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Monitors adherence to financial standards and regulations. Supervises the load of agency budgets and assists in their development

Performs daily accounting processes such as journal entries account reconciliation and general ledger maintenance. Conducts monthly analysis of revenue expenses and budget variances identifying the reasons for discrepancies. Performs monthly revenue reconciliation with the states accounting system. Serves as the primary contact for troubleshooting system accounting and reporting issues. Develops operational procedures and documentation of data flow. Prepares routine and ad-hoc financial reports for operational review and decision-making

Manages fiscal compliance tracking and federal reporting requirements for Grant 1803 under A.R.S. 36-1803. Coordinates with U.S. Congress-designated grant administrators the Governors Office and internal program teams to ensure timely and compliant execution of deliverables. Responsibilities include infrastructure cost tracking contract execution review sub-recipient monitoring and audit readiness

Serves as a core member of the Executive Leadership Team. Provides strategic budget direction financial modeling and cost-benefit analyses. Prepares legislative fiscal notes and conducts long-range financial planning. Leads internal controls financial policy development and performance measures for state reporting and Board oversight. Coordinates all external audits and financial risk mitigation initiatives. Participates in budget planning and directs/facilitates the loading of agency budgets within the accounting system. Assists in the preparation of financial reports for the Board

Responsible for oversight of payroll processing. Manages credit card activities and reconciliations. Oversees fixed asset accounting and inventory. Manages operational data ensuring its integrity and accuracy. Supervises accounts payable payroll travel and general ledger personnel. Oversees unit support of facilities and asset tracking

Advises management on accounting problems and the effects of accounting changes. Provides guidance on measures to revise program plans or current practices and improve financial management. Supports external auditors in their work. Coordinates and/or supports internal audit functions

Oversees all HR functions for the agency including recruitment employee relations compensation classification personnel actions and compliance with ADOA policies. Acts as the lead liaison between the Executive Director and ADOA HR consultants for complex personnel matters

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge:

Comprehensive knowledge of principles concepts practices methods and techniques ofGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles governmental accounting and fiscal management

Federal regulations Arizona Revised Statutes applicable state and agency policies and procedures

Advanced level knowledge of various computer software programs with emphasis on Excel

Policies and procedures related to document management in a regulated public setting

GAO Financial Reporting program requirements

Professional auditing standards and procedures

The principles of management and supervision

Fund Accounting/ Encumbrances

Accounting principles (GAAP)

Principles set by the GAO

Internal control structures

Systems Accounting

Skills:

Effectively and efficiently use electronic data processing equipment software/programs (like Excel) and accounting systems

Identify what information should be communicated and provide clear concise and oral/written reports

Communicate timely professionally and productively with supervisor

Advanced interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

Creating and utilizing complex spreadsheets in Excel

Develop solutions to complex system problems

Plan evaluate and improvement projects

Credit card modeling and reconciliation

Analytical and organizational skills

Strong project management skills

Ability:

Engage in continuous learning and ensure current Federal and State laws and other applicable standards governing assigned program areas are interpreted and applied

Ability to develop analytical interpretive and logic skills necessary to evaluate legal professional and investment reports rules statues and regulations

Accept a high degree of responsibility in an environment where mistakes can have significant financial consequences

Establish and maintain working/effective relationships within and outside the organization

Maintain complex record systems and conduct business in a computer based environment

Present ideas effectively as well as effectively communicate verbally and in writing

Work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds

Work in a fast-paced creative unstructured and dynamic environment

Preparing complex management reports on a timely basis

Communicate with high level GAO professionals

Performing complex numerical calculations

Demonstrate sound judgment

Bachelors degree in related field AND 5 years of experience in accounting; OR 10 years of accounting OR equivalent combination of exp. training &/or education

The ideal candidate will support the vision and mission of AZBN & possess the personal qualities of integrity & credibility

Proven ability to work within teams to accomplish multiple tasks & keep multiple projects organized & progressing

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. 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 (ASRS)

Note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Jo Ridenour at