Job DutiesManages the operations of the Accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial statements, account reconciliations, and the overall accounting cycleEstablishes, maintains, and monitors the financial period closing process, provides direction and feedback, monitors results, and implements improvementsWorks with Accounting staff and inmates to provide technical guidance, training, and supportMonitors the efficiency of ACI's accounting systemDevelops and delivers accounting training programs and work papers, as neededAttends personnel meetings to ensure coordination of efforts in maintaining the accounting systemDevelops and maintains policies, procedures, and scorecard measures pertaining to Accounting operationsImplements corrective actions as necessary to manage performance and meet expectationsDevelops financial reports for management and staffReviews and approves sales tax returns and oversees the ITIN processReviews, analyzes, and interprets laws, policies, and procedures related to accounting and finance, to ensure GAAP complianceDevelops and implements changes as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely payment of wages and other disbursementsAnswers accounting policy questionsKeeps CFO informed of pertinent issuesManages AZ360 to GL reconciliations to ensure accuracy of all payments, receipts, and correctionsMonitors AR and AP accounts along with other expenses to ensure proper amounts and accounts are usedMonitors reports for errors and assigns corrective actions as neededDrives on State businessPerforms other duties appropriate to the assignmentKnowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)Knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Accounting software and database managementPrinciples, concepts, practices, methods, and techniques of government accountingMethods and techniques of an automated accounting systemReference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS), applicable agency manuals, policies, and proceduresManagement and leadership techniquesVarious accounting, payroll, and efficiency systems such as AZ360, ACIS, Keeptrack, EPICOR, and SmartsheetsSkill in: Work organizationMission accomplishmentAnalysisInterpretation and communication of financial dataTechniques required to maintain accounting records through automated accounting systemsEstablishing and maintaining interpersonal relationshipsVerbal and written communicationsAbility to: Manage employees' performance and motivate staffInterpret laws, policies, rules, and regulationsWork well with individuals and as a leader of a teamInteract effectively with state and federal agencies and auditorsCompose well-written correspondence and technical documentsAnalyze dataSolve complex problems and make decisionsPerform complex calculationsWork in a fast-paced environmentSelective Preference(s)Bachelor's degree or three (3) years of experience in systems administration (or equivalent experience)Strong Customer Service and excellent interpersonal skills in both written and oralPre-Employment RequirementsEmployment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and a drug test. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).BenefitsVacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per yearPaid Parental Leave—up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability optionsExceptional retirement programOptional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness programAn incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy programLearn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here.