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Accountant 1

  • 538608
  • PHOENIX
  • LOTTERY COMMISSION
  • Full-time
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LOTTERY COMMISSION

The Arizona Lottery is a sales-oriented, government enterprise established through citizen initiative and public vote. Since 1981, its mission has remained constant; generating revenue for education, health and public welfare, economic and business development, and the environment.

Accountant I

Job Location:

Address: 

4740 E. University Dr  
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Posting Details:

Salary: $36,779 min, $51,394 mid, $66,009 max

Grade: 19

Closing Date: Open until business needs are met. 

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of an Accounting Administrator, this position provides support for centralized functions related to accounting, budgeting, purchasing, travel, and other administrative services. The role coordinates key activities within an administrative unit or program, including agency travel, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, fixed assets, and payroll. It contributes to operational initiatives that uphold fiscal controls by reviewing contracts, developing procedures, and preparing related correspondence.

Job Duties:

-Prepare, process and review fiscal transactions. Communicate with vendors to resolve account discrepancies. Communicate issues or concerns relating to invoices with individuals throughout the agency for solutions.
-Handle agency travel, including approvals, bookings, and policy compliance.
-Complete monthly reconciliations including US Bank Travel (CTA) card, Purchase card and retailer debit/credit card records and reports.
-Gather, verify, and consolidate data from multiple sources to accurately complete weekly billing for retail partners.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as the principles, practices, and techniques of government accounting
- Automated accounting systems such as AZ360 and New World, including various software packages
- State statutes, and agency rules, policies, and procedures
- Strong Information Technology acumen
- Google Suite and Microsoft Office software
- Professional verbal and written communication
- Analysis and interpretation of financial data
- Strong problem-solving
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Google Docs and Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
- Effectively communicate activities, problems, solutions, and outcomes to supervisors and others
- Complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Apply sound judgment in the execution of duties
- Provide constructive suggestions to improve workflow

Selective Preference(s):

3-4 years accounts payable or general accounting experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Valid Driver's License

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

  • Sick leave
  • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
  • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
  • Health and dental insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

 For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

The Arizona State Retirement System has served teachers and government workers for more than 75 years through periods of growth and economic downturns and has always met its obligations of paying monthly benefits to our retirees as it is outlined in the Arizona Constitution and State Law.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Human Resources at HR@azlottery.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (AMS)

All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress.  Through AMS, every state employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.  
State employees are highly engaged, collaborative and embrace a culture of public service.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements