Accounting Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/jobs/newprint/4573545) Apply Accounting Specialist Salary$22.10 - $32.04 HourlyLocation 50 E. Civic Center Dr., AZJob TypeFull TimeRemote EmploymentFlexible/HybridJob Number24-0281DepartmentFINANCE & MANAGEMENT SERVICESDivisionFM ACCOUNTINGOpening Date07/09/2024Closing Date7/21/2024 5:59 PM Arizona
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We Are SeekingThe Accounting Specialist performs a variety of bookkeeping activities including accounts receivable, general billing, accounts payable, general ledger entries, and other related duties. This position compiles data and maintains spreadsheets to track and record various activities including banking, overhead allocations, town utility payments, and other journal entries to support the Accounting Division. This position performs reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, analyzes and reconciles discrepancies, and provides support to internal and external customers.Essential Functions:
Performs general billing, maintains the accounts receivable, and contacts internal and external customers with billing and receipting issues;
Analyzes and reviews contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and other agreements; follows up with departments on various stages of the agreement, and performs calculations for periodic billing changes in accordance with the terms and conditions relevant to each agreement;
Documents workpapers that demonstrate sound accounting principles and re-performance;
Acts as a quality control over reviewing and re-computing various internal requests for accuracy and completeness;
Compiles and generates journal entries;
Reconciles various balance sheet accounts and reviews general ledger transactions and reports;
Monitors deposits and withdrawals from various bank accounts, verifies compliance, and records transactions in the general ledger;
Enters accounts payable invoices timely into the general ledger;
Responds to questions and requests for information and submits reports to internal and external parties;
Provides guidance on fiscal procedures, processes, and systems to internal customers;
Provides support to accounting staff and participates in special projects and duties as needed;
Other duties as assigned.
About YouYou are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
Associates degree (A.S., A.A.) or two-year technical certificate in Accounting or Finance;
A minimum of 2 years of experience in high volume clerical accounting work including general billing, maintaining accounts receivable, reconciling accounts, providing internal and external customer service, preparing financial reports and documents, and use of automated financial systems and spreadsheet software;
1 year of experience interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards;
An equivalent combination of training and job-related experience which provides the knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of the job may substitute for the years of experience required.
Valid AZ Driver's License.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with time being split between telecommuting from home and working in the office. Telecommuting privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the supervisor and department management; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue telecommuting arrangements at any point. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Accounting Specialist. We Are Team GilbertGilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEQEgVPku9I) . We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more. (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today (https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc) . Up For the ChallengeJoin Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work. In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more. Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.01 In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
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Do you have an associates degree (or higher) or a two-year technical certificate in Accounting or Finance?
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Do you have at least 2 years of experience managing accounts receivable for a large organization as well as internal and external customer service?
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How many years of experience do you have reviewing customer contracts and agreements and invoicing?
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How many years of experience do you have preparing journal entries?
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How many years of experience do you have performing general ledger account reconciliations?
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How many years of experience do you have performing bank reconciliations?
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How many years of experience do you have processing deposits and receipts?
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