Accounting Supervisor - Grants Division

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pima County Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a skilled and motivated leader to join our Finance Grants Division as a Grant Accountant Supervisor. In this key role, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for managing the fiscal aspects of the county's grants program. Your team will ensure that funds are properly allocated, expenditures are accurately tracked, accounting entries are correct, and all reporting complies with grant regulations. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, dependable, and innovative leader who fosters collaboration and professional growth. You will provide mentorship and guidance to your team while prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness. Your leadership will help build a positive, solution-oriented environment that drives team success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in finance, accounting, or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment
• Three years of professional-level experience in accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial analysis, or financial management.
• CPA designation may substitute for one year of the required professional accounting experience.
• Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in finance or accounting.
• Minimum two (2) years experience compiling and analyzing data to prepare quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Minimum two (2) years experience using Microsoft Excel, specifically with pivot tables and formulas
• Experience working with ERP systems, including grants accounting systems and general ledger.
• Experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and prepares financial analysis, interim and annual financial statements, policies, procedures, and reports, ensuring compliance with governmental requirements
• Oversees fund accounting, grant accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable for county departments
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of the County’s financial management systems through regular monitoring and auditing of accounting transactions
• Reviews and recommends improvements to accounting and administrative controls, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity
• Ensures timely compliance with legal deadlines for contract payments, wage assignments, tax levies, tax reporting, W2s, 1099s, and other financial obligations
• Participates in audits conducted by external auditors, including the Single Audit and annual county-wide financial statement audit
• Supervises and prepares the financial and statistical sections of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in accordance with GAAP
• Establishes and maintains liaison relationships with financial and management personnel across county departments, addressing financial issues and providing guidance
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates accounting staff, assigning work, setting priorities, and ensuring the timely completion of tasks.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager