Accounting Technician Job Details  This listing closes on 2/17/2025 at 11:59 PM Arizona. Employer City of Tucson Salary $19.97 - $34.44 Hourly Location Tucson, AZ Closing Date 2/17/2025 at 11:59 PM Arizona

POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Supports one or more areas in business services including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget and purchasing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position Specific Summary The Accounting Technician position at the City of Tucson's Business Services Department (BSD) supports one or more areas by processing invoices and providing exemplary customer service to internal and external customers. This position performs accounting tasks including reconciling, reviewing financial information for accuracy, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and preparing correcting entries. Work is performed under the supervision of the Financial Specialist. This position does not supervise. Duties and Responsibilities Processes supplier invoices in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure timely and accurate payments. Reconciles supplier account information to City of Tucson records to ensure outstanding invoices and credits are paid and/or followed up on. Obtains purchaser invoice approvals. Identifies and troubleshoots account errors. Builds and maintains relationships with external and internal customers. Communicates with external suppliers to ensure the smooth processing of valid payments. Monitors multiple email inboxes for customer requests for invoice payment. Works with internal buyers to processes requisitions and purchase orders. Creates customer accounts in the ERP system, generates customer billings, and performs periodic reviews to ensure account balances have been paid. Works as needed with supported Department staff to assist with the timely processing of internal procurement card transactions by ensuring City procurement card policies are followed, adequate supporting documentation is provided and required approvals are in place. Enters ad hoc journal entries as needed to process account corrections and non-routine transactions. Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. Working Conditions Working conditions are in an office environment. • All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Six (6) months post-high school

Work Experience:

Two (2) years of directly related experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Work Experience:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Over 1 year of full-time experience performing entry level accounting duties within a state or local government. Associate degree in accounting or related field. Experience in Microsoft Office products Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) financial software. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION

Position Title:

Accounting Technician Department Name:

Business Services Department Department Link:

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/

Departments/Business-Services-Department Recruiter Name:

Ashley Tellez (102502)

Recruiter Email:

[email protected] FTE%:

FLSA:

Non-Exempt Position Type:

Regular

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Full Hourly Range:

$19.97 - 34.44 USD The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

POSTING INFORMATION

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-16-2025 at 11:59 p.m.

MST APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.

Special Instructions:

Background Check:

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD (Download PDF reader) The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619. City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact [email protected] Employer City of Tucson Address - Tucson, Arizona