Accountant II - Finance - Grants Division

Job Description Summary

Department - Finance & Risk Management
Job Description


OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5391 - Accountant II - Central Services

Salary Grade: 13

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $60,507 - $72,612 Annually

Pay Range: $60,507 - $84,718 Annually

Range Explanation:

• 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.
• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The first review of applications will be on 06/12/2026.

The Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a skilled and motivated Accountant II to join our Finance-Grants Division. This Division is responsible for the fiscal management of more than $250 million in countywide grant funds, including compiling, issuing, and reviewing accurate and timely interim and year-end financial reports and note disclosures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for inclusion in the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and dedicated professional with a positive attitude to join our team and contribute to the continued success of the Division.

What you'll do:

• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy and facilitate the month and year-end close.
• Assess current practices and procedures and propose recommendations for improvements, if needed.
• Ensure proper accounting methods and policies, accuracy, and compliance within the department and the County.
• Perform ad-hoc reports, projects, and other tasks as assigned.

What we're looking for:

• An individual with excellent analytical skills, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• A detail-oriented individual with the ability to prioritize various critical tasks and meet deadlines, and the overall goals of the division.
• A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport and gain the trust of others, and to establish cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other County departments.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Reviews, reconciles, and analyzes financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with County policies and applicable regulations;
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper classification of financial data;
• Prepares financial schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for audits, grant reporting, and internal use;
• Analyzes financial data and transactions to identify errors, trends, and variances requiring adjustment or correction;
• Assists in monitoring expenditures, revenues, and budget activity to support financial tracking and compliance;
• Supports grant-related accounting activities, including tracking expenditures and preparing documentation for reporting and audits;
• Prepares adjusting entries and ensures proper recording of financial transactions in accordance with established procedures;
• Participates in audit preparation by organizing records, preparing documentation, and responding to audit inquiries;
• Provides technical assistance and guidance to departmental staff on accounting processes and financial system usage;
• Performs research and resolves moderately complex accounting issues in coordination with senior accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field, as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND one year of professional accounting or financial statement auditing experience.

(A Master's degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.)

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year with Pima County in an Accountant I - Central Services or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Bachelor's degree (or…