Administrative Accounting Specialist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Posting Date
04/18/24
Application Deadline
04/24/24
Pay Range
Pay Range: $19.15 - $27.50 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in
the designated workweek.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Clerk of the Superior Court
About The Position
Are you looking to begin your financial career? Start with an organization that believes you can achieve it if you dream it!
The Administrative Accounting Specialist assists the Clerk of the Superior Court in disbursing court-ordered fees and providing account receivables to the public, the legal community, Courts, County, and other governmental agencies so they can be assured that all Superior Court monies are properly receipted, accounted for, and disbursed.
About Us
Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. Our department is looking for people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team atmosphere, and serve the community. Every member is vital in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public. We are people making a difference.
Come make a positive impact as a member of the Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court.
Proud to Offer
Perform work with a greater purposeOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyExceptional work-life balance, flexible work schedule after trainingLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsEnrollment in Arizona State Retirement SystemPaid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leavesExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesClick here for more information: https://www.maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here
We Require
Two years of experience performing clerical accounting, bookkeeping, or specialized administrative duties. Proficiency with spreadsheets, emails, and word processing softwareHigh school diploma or GED
We Also Value
Three or more years of experience performing accounting or bookkeeping functions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)Associate’s degree or higher in Business, Accounting, or a closely related field
Job Contributions
Assist the accountant staff by disbursing funds from three major bank accounts, acting upon financial orders of the court, and recording and disbursing monies receivedVerify and audit department cashier deposits and prepares daily bank depositsMonitor and maintain the security of the cash vaultTrain new staff members and conduct ongoing training for subordinate staff in disbursement and account receivablesReceive, release, manage, and receipt funds in Trust in an automated systemReceive and download electronic data to check printing software and monitors the check printing processPrepare end-of-month agency checks for amounts receipted to various and multiple county funds throughout the monthProcess Court Orders from a workflow systemPerform research related to unclaimed and undeliverable funds and prepare and maintain fund listings for transfer to the Arizona Department of RevenueResponds to internal and external customer inquiries and requests with the highest level of service possible
Working Conditions
Mostly office setting in high volume, fast-paced environmentRequires long periods of sitting while completing computer activitiesAbility to carry, push, or pull 20-pound items up to a distance of 25 feetAbility to travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles use on County businessSelected candidates must successfully complete and pass a criminal background check
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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