City of Peoria Hiring for Accountant Job at Peoria, AZ Full Time

Salary Range- $50,652-$74,837​

Accountant

Peoria is the PlaceThe City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently ranked as the #1 place to live in Arizona by Money Magazine, and in the top 50 happiest places to live in the country, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives, and culture of Peoria.However, the commitment to service is never finished!

Join our growing team and become a part of the buzz that is Peoria! If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community’s needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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What’s the Job? The purpose of this position is to provide accounting support to the Finance Department utilizing knowledge of accounting principles, applicable federal and state laws and industry standards and practices. Performs intermediate-level accounting activities including research, analysis, reconciliations and general ledger and subsidiary ledger maintenance. Assists with preparation of the City’s year-end audit and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Completes related tasks as assigned.

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field• Experience: Minimum of one year related experience. Requires a workingknowledge of standard practices and procedures

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The ideal candidate for this position: Will possess knowledge of accounting transactions rules, regulations and internal controls. Further, they will have the ability to work well with a team.Ready to Make Peoria Your Place?

In joining the City of Peoria, not only will you find a culture of stability, professional growth and development, you will be able to contribute to the vision of making Peoria the Place. In addition to offering a competitive salary, Peoria offers a comprehensive benefit package to include the following: • Major Medical, Dental and Vision• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)• Public Safety Retirement System (Sworn Police & Fire)• Life Insurance• Paid Holidays• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Leave• Basic Life Insurance and Optional Voluntary Life Insurance• Deferred Compensation Program• Employee Assistance Program• Tuition Assistance Program• Rio Vista Gym Membership• Wellness Program• Diversity Program• Outdoor Walking/Running Trail• Years of Service Recognition• Partnership for Prevention Program• Flex Spending Account Ready to make an impact and service others? Want to start a career with unlimited growth potential and development? Looking for an opportunity to grow with the #1 place to live in Arizona?

We encourage you to ‘Apply’ and see why Peoria is the Place!

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