Accountant II - Fire Department

About This Position

The Phoenix Fire Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services to our community. We protect lives and property through fire suppression, emergency medical and transportation services, disaster services, fire prevention and public education. Our members will Prevent Harm, Survive and Be Nice!

The Phoenix Fire Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services to our community. We protect lives and property through fire suppression, emergency medical and transportation services, disaster services, fire prevention and public education. Our members will Prevent Harm, Survive and Be Nice! The Accountant II position in the Fire Fiscal Services section is responsible for performing advanced professional accounting work and mid-level procurement responsibilities that support the City's fiscal management and purchasing operations.

This position is responsible for analyzing complex financial data, maintaining and updating accounting systems, preparing detailed financial and budget reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and city policies. This role also coordinates and maintains financial record-keeping across the department, and exercises substantial independent judgement. The position oversees and trains accounting and clerical staff, providing guidance on technical accounting matters, fiscal procedures, and the interpretation of regulations.

In addition to accounting duties, the position performs purchasing and contract-related functions. Other responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, obtaining and comparing vendor quotes, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and coordinating purchases of commodities, services, and contract-based items. The role may evaluate vendor performance, research cost-effective purchasing alternatives, and prepare purchase orders within established guidelines. Successful performance requires strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate clearly with vendors and internal staff, and a commitment to integrity, customer service, efficiency, and fiscally responsible decision‑making.

The position is also responsible for the maintenance and updating of workflow procedures and conducts regular audits and evaluations of procedures to ensure compliance with City of Phoenix regulations, department operating procedures, and general accepted accounting principles.

Pay Range: $65,894.40 to $ annually.

Hiring Range: $65,894.40 to $92,726.40 annually.

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions,  for more details:
  Pension Information.
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Employer paid long-term disability.
• Free Bus/light rail pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days.
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.

• Three years of professional level experience in accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically…