DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Financial Operations (DFO) 

Accounting Administration

Address:   1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $45,000.00-$47,800.00 

Grade: 18

Closing Date: 3/02/2026

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, highly motivated individual to join our team as a Fixed Assets Accounting Specialist 2. Under the direction of the Fixed Assets Manager, the Accounting Specialist 2 verifies data entry, corrects transactions, resolves rejected transactions, and approves transactions. The Accounting Specialist 2 assists in preparing reports summarizing financial transactions and posts journal and ledger entries.

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, 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:

• Reviews, verifies, or analyzes the work of other employees for quality control. Resolves technical work, procedural problems, and questions presented by other employees.
• Verifies accuracy, timeliness, and proper preparation of correct pay and distribution codes and sequence numbers
• Compiles information and drafts periodic reports regarding the activities of the work unit
• Maintains ledger accounts for all transactions
• Calculates fiscal data for periodic reports. Corrects computations as needed
  

Knowledge in:

• Principles, methods, and practices of fiscal and financial record keeping
• Procedures, methods, and office equipment used in statistical record keeping; rules and regulations established for the work system of the Department
• General office procedures; related laws and ordinances; and productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office, Gmail, and Google Suite applications

Skilled in:

• Communicating effectively through oral and written mediums
• Maintaining ledgers and journals; math and research; entering financial data with attention to detail and accuracy; analyzing and interpreting fiscal data; organizing and maintaining precise records; time management; and customer service
• Establishing priorities among conflicting needs
• Preparing written reports and business correspondence

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret, and apply fundamental accounting principles and general fiscal and financial record-keeping practices
• Accurately and efficiently analyze and interpret fiscal and statistical information
• Reconcile records and reports; maintain confidentiality
• Work collaboratively in a team setting, and work independently without supervision when required
  

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• One year of accounting experience plus a Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting. Experience using the State accounting systems and Human Resources Information systems preferred.
  

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.

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 us at 602-908-4504 or email dbsdfohr@azdes.gov. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-908-4504. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.