DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Financial Operations
Accounting Administration
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $87,100.19 - $89,100.12 Annually 

Grade: 23

Closing Date: May 08, 2026

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Financial Operations, Accounting Administration, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Financial Analyst 3. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Financial Analyst 3, is responsible for the rigorous financial management of assigned agency programs and centralized funds, ensuring that all general ledgers and applicable bank accounts are managed in strict adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards. Major duties include: managing the overall reconciliation of complex accounts; acting as the primary fiscal point of contact for internal and external auditors, overseeing the preparation and submission of federal and state financial reports; and developing strategic financial planning reports and projection models. This role serves as a premier fiscal subject matter expert, consulting with executive leadership on budget solutions, developing rigorous fiscal controls to mitigate audit risks, and managing chart of account elements in the statewide accounting system and applicable program sub-systems.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

● Manages the overall reconciliation of complex accounts, general ledgers, and centralized bank accounts specific to the assigned programs.
● Coordinates the reconciliation of revenue and expenditure reports between financial management control systems and host accounting systems, ensuring all financial activities are strictly compliant with GAAP and governmental accounting standards.
● Recruits, develops, and leads a diverse team of accountants and fiscal professionals.
● Assigns a wide variety of accounting tasks and ensures staff produce accurate, audit-compliant work. Coaches and mentors staff towards a continuous improvement culture, emphasizing accuracy and rigorous documentation in daily operations to proactively mitigate audit risks.
● Reviews complex data summarizing financial transactions, communicating audit statuses, potential risks, and strategic recommendations to the executive leadership team.
● Directly responds to audit inquiries and develops corrective action plans for any identified audit findings.
● Revises, modifies, and develops procedures and controls related to fiscal issues to maintain a bulletproof internal control structure.

Knowledge in:

● Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
● Fiscal management and budgetary control.
● Statistical analysis and theory.
● Report writing techniques.

Skilled in:

● Oral and written communications of complex concepts.
● Proficiency in statutory and rules interpretation.
● Initiating and reviewing expenditure corrections, journal vouchers, and cash receipts.
● Experience in bank reconciliation is required.

Ability to:

● Interact with a diverse audience on a professional level.
● To be an innovative and strategic thinker.
● Schedule and prioritize multiple assignments.
● Organize and present information in structured and non-structured settings.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

● Master's degree in one of these fields and/or professional certification (e.g. CPA) is strongly preferred. Prefer practical work experience managing the accounting/budget/finances of a large, complex organization.

● 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. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
● Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
● A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, public administration, or a related field is required.
● All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Linn Carrasco at (480) 578-7016 or by email at dbsdfohr@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting (480) 578-7016. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.