Accountant III - Central Services

Accountant III - Grants Division

Pima County Department of Finance and Risk Management has an opening for an Accountant III 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, 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:

• Prepares and maintains financial statements, supporting schedules, and reports in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant regulations;
• Monitors and reconciles general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions;
• Analyzes and monitors cash flow, revenue, and expenditure trends to provide recommendations for maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency;
• Reviews and analyzes financial data to identify discrepancies, prepare adjusting entries, and ensure compliance with County policies and procedures;
• Manages financial activities related to grant funding, including monitoring expenditures, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and preparing financial reports for grant audits;
• Prepares and maintains documentation to support federal, state, and County audits of grant-funded expenditures, including billing, advances, and correspondence;
• Provides technical guidance and training to departmental users on the County's automated financial, accounting, and grants management systems;
• Oversees the preparation, submission, and archiving of federal, state, and County-mandated financial reports and grant-related documentation;
• Researches and implements changes in legislation and regulations impacting accounting and grant compliance, ensuring conformity across County operations;
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and contributes to the development and implementation of more efficient accounting and grants management procedures;
• Participates in audits by preparing documentation, supporting schedules, and responding to inquiries, with a focus on grant compliance and financial accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, AND two years of professional-level experience in accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial analysis, or financial management.

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.

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:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in finance or accounting.
• Minimum two (2) years experience compiling and analyzing data to prepare quarterly and annual 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.

Special Notice: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: 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.