Accommodations & Accessibility:

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at 928-555-2422 or [email protected].

Description

Under direction, performs technical accounting work in the establishment and maintenance of accounting records; performs fiscal work of limited scope.

Examples of Duties

• Plans and supervises a financial recordkeeping program for a County department;
• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget;
• Establishes general and subsidiary accounts including revenue and disbursements;
• Reviews financial documents such as vouchers, requisitions, purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness of information;
• Reconciles manual records to computer output;
• Assists in preparation of County financial statements;
• Posts information to general and subsidiary ledgers;
• Encumbers funds; balances and reconciles accounts;
• Recommends the transfer of funds;
• Prepares accounting reports and analyses;
• Reviews and revises procedures, forms and records, prepares corrections and changes to the tax roll;
• Recomputes taxes;
• Initiates forms to repay taxpayers for prepaid taxes;
• May lead subordinate staff;
• Performs related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

Positions in this class differ from the positions in the next lower class of Accountant-Auditor in that the assigned duties require the application of more advanced accounting principles and techniques and the exercise of greater independent judgment and discretion. Positions in the next higher class of Accountant III are involved in accounting and fiscal programs which are more complex or involved in multi-budgets, and normally affect the overall fiscal operation of a large operating department, the County government, special funds and districts.

Supplemental Information

Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks and the attainment of the following knowledges and abilities.

Experience Note: The knowledges, skills and abilities required to perform this function are normally acquired through graduation from a four year college in accounting, business administration or related major with college level courses completed in elementary accounting, advanced accounting, auditing and business law plus one year professional experience in accounting or auditing work.

A Master's degree in Business Administration or Accounting with emphasis in accounting may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Knowledge of:

• Governmental accounting principles and procedures;
• Laws and regulations governing the financial operations of the County and special districts;
• Government budgeting;
• Principles of computer fiscal systems;
• Office management, practices and procedures.

Ability to:

• Analyze and evaluate accounting data;
• Prepare clear and concise reports;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EEO Statement:

Pinto County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to every aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, and all other workplace actions.

Benefits

This full-time position qualifies for our complete benefit package. Please visit the County's benefits page for details.

Supplemental Questions

01

What degree have you earned in accounting?

• No degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in accounting?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

03

Do you have a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your proficiency level using Sage 50 accounting software?

• No proficiency
• Limited proficiency
• Proficient
• Expert

05

Have you managed a team of accounting professionals?

• No
• Yes, a team of 1-2 people
• Yes, a team of 3-5 people
• Yes, a team of more than 5 people

06

How much experience do you have preparing and analyzing financial statements in Sage Platinum or Microsoft Dynamics?

• No experience
• Limited experience
• Moderate experience
• Extensive experience

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

Pinto County

Address

21 N. Williamson Ave.








Tobiano, Arizona, 86047

Phone

928-555-2422

Website

http://pintocounty.gov