Financial Specialist

Financial Specialist Maricopa County, AZ - 3.5 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $20.25 - $30.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description JOB About the PositionLooking for a role where your financial expertise supports meaningful, real-world impact? As a Financial Specialist with the Maricopa County Public Fiduciary, you play a vital role in protecting the financial well-being of vulnerable individuals in our community.

In this position, you'll manage fiduciary accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivables, and trust activity. Your work ensures accuracy, compliance, and stability for clients who rely on us to safeguard their financial resources. While this role operates behind the scenes, its impact is immediate and personal. Every transaction you process supports someone's safety, security, and quality of life.

You'll collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and County departments, and work with agencies such as Social Security, Veterans Affairs, AHCCCS, and the Arizona Department of Economic Security. You'll also serve as a professional and compassionate point of contact for the public.

About UsIt's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents. Join the Maricopa County Public Fiduciary and make a difference in the lives of Maricopa County's most vulnerable adults! Our dedicated team of professionals provides compassionate guardianship and conservatorship and handles final administration for those vulnerable adults who do not have another person or agency willing to serve. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others and interested in innovative, collaborative efforts to meet the growing needs of this population! Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.

Proud to OfferMeaningful, purpose-driven work with real community impactA collaborative, respectful team culture that values accuracy, accountability, and compassionTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireTwo years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or purchasing experienceHigh school diploma or GEDPost-secondary education may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basisOther RequirementsMust possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License by the time of hire.

We Also ValueAssociate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field Three or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or purchasing experience Experience with Trust/Fiduciary Accounting Licensed Fiduciary with the Arizona Supreme Court Proficiency in the CGI Advantage Financial System Job ContributionsPrepares and processes fiduciary accounts, payables, and recurring expenditures with accuracy and attention to detailManages and processes all claims and invoices for daily payments, ensuring complete and proper documentation at every stepProvides timely and accurate posting of receipts and disbursements in strict accordance with departmental segregation of dutiesPerforms Electronic Funds Transactions (EFTs) with precision and in compliance with all applicable standardsManages the Positive Pay system through ongoing coordination with financial institutions, maintaining the integrity of every transactionMonitors client account balances on a monthly basis to ensure the continuance of government income entitlements, with careful attention to over-resource threshold requirementsReviews documents to determine applicability and accuracy prior to entry into county and department systems, serving as a critical quality control checkpointCreates and monitors all financial action requests through the department's SharePoint systemMaintains an appropriate inventory of office equipment and supplies to keep operations running smoothlySupports the broader Operations Division with financial expertise and collaborative problem-solvingBuilds and sustains strong working relationships with staff, client providers, and representatives from state and local agenciesServes as a knowledgeable and compassionate point of contact for the public, understanding that many individuals who interact with our department are navigating difficult circumstancesWorking ConditionsWork is performed in an indoor office environment serving an extremely fast-paced fiduciary businessInterruptions, time pressures, a high volume of work, handling multiple or complicated tasks, unscheduled and frequently changing tasks, accuracy, decision making, concentration, vigilance, teamwork, working in close proximity to others, and public contact may be constant occurrencesMay be required to lift up to 40 pounds from the floor to the waist and up to 30 pounds from the waist to the shoulderMay be required to carry, push/pull up to 10 pounds a distance of 20 feetSelection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact to initiate the interactive process.

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