Introduction About the Position:This classification performs complex accounting work in all areas of financial reporting, including the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Additionally, this classification provides high-level technical support and coordination for the City Treasurer's Office, working effectively with City management and external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience- A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field from an accredited educational institution.
- Five years of experience in accounting, financial cost analysis, financial forecasting, auditing, or a closely related financial/fiscal activity.
- Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
- Provides financial analysis of special projects and proposals to management.
- Researches and advises on implications of new Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements and leads implementation.
- Coordinates and prepares various periodic reports such as the City's Comprehensive Financial Report for management.
- Coordinates the financial management and administration of assigned contractual agreements.
- Participates in the implementation, design and enhancement of new accounting systems to improve fiscal management capabilities.
- Coordinates the maintenance of a wide variety of complex accounting records and subsidiary records and systems.
- Acts as a consultant to City departments, assists in various financial analyses, and provides training and guidance regarding finance and accounting issues.
- Researches and responds to financial questions from citizens, senior management, and staff from other cities upon request.
Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Work is performed in a City office environment.
- Lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment including computer, telephone, copy, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
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Benefits Highlights: The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
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Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview and an assessment exercise. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
- Fingerprinting
- Criminal Background screening for the past 7 years
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
