Finance Accounting Supervisor (County) (At-Will)

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If you answered “yes” to these questions, keep reading.  You can find it all right here in Pinal County. It might be time for a change of scenery, where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who cares for and values its people.  

Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team!  We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer!  Just take a look:  

Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff. 

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JOB SUMMARY

Supervise financial management activities of an assigned work unit and plan, assign and review work produced to assure compliance to County, state and Federal standards under general direction.  This includes more complex analysis and greater responsibility in the oversight of the Countywide financial and/or accounting functions within the Office of Budget and Finance.  This classification is differentiated from classifications with similar titles by the broader, County-wide scope of responsibility encompassing a number of different financial or business areas.   This classification acts on behalf of the entire County and provides professional financial and accounting services and compliance with applicable standards, state and federal laws.

• Supervise and hire assigned staff, screen and assign work, plan, prioritize, and assign tasks and projects, train staff, monitor work, evaluate performance and meet regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, special assignments, problems and technical issues.  
• Supervise financial and accounting operations including daily work of staff, monitor general ledger accounts to include capital assets, reconciliation, grants, and lines of credit, audit system access, payroll entries, and requests for access.
• Recommend, implement and monitor compliance of policies and procedures for area of responsibility.
• Respond to inquiries made by Elected Officials, departments, schools, special districts, and/or the public.
• Ensure financial integrity by tracking and keeping history of financial information.
• Design, implement, monitor, and evaluate management information systems.
• Figure factors and interest earned and documents for tracking purposes.
• Maintain all records in accordance with Federal regulations; review financial records and correct as required for accuracy. Prepare and submit reports on financial distribution, account balances, receivables, payments, reconciliations and inter-governmental agreements.
• Supervise the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other mandated and special-use financial reports. Assist in the finalization of such reports.
• Assist auditors as required for the preparation of financial analysis and reports. 
• Research and resolve financial issues, provide customer service to County departments, coordinate technical and financial information with customers and external agencies, interpret and explain policies and procedures. 
• Provide customer service and respond to requests for information within the scope of authority.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Four (4) years of professional level finance or accounting experience with two (2) years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or professional level experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
• Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Principles for public sector financial administration.
• Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable state and Federal statutes, rules, codes, and regulations governing public sector accounting functions.
• Knowledge of department policies, procedures, and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Knowledge of cost, governmental, and fixed asset accounting practices.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of effective supervision.
• Skill in understanding and applying County accounting standards, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in maintaining accurate and inter-related accounting records and identifying and reconciling errors.
• Skill in analyzing financial issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations for solving problems.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial documents and complex variables and preparing financial reports.
• Skill in reviewing and analyzing inter-related accounting records and identifying and reconciling errors.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations with skill and accuracy and maintain electronic records and files.
• Ability to meet critical time deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. 
• Ability to provide effective customer service.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is sedentary requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  The work also requires the ability to finger, feel, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, stoop, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.  The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
 

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.  

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening.  If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.  

Salary : $66,920 - $86,966