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SalaryDEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to successfully engage children and families to ensure safety, strengthen families, and achieve permanency. DCS has field office locations located throughout the state of Arizona, with its central office located in Downtown Phoenix. DCS employs over 2,800 employees who share the common vision of ensuring children thrive in family environments free from abuse and neglect.
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 1 - TRAVEL COORDINATOR
Job Location:
OFFICE OF ACCOUNTING
3003 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85012
Posting Details:
Salary: $18.7688 HRLY/$39,039.10 Salary
Grade: 16
Closing Date: March 4, 2024
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Accounting Specialist 1 - Travel Coordinator- processes travel reservation requests for the Arizona Department of Child Safety while adhering to the policies and regulations outlined in the State of Arizona Accounting Manual (SAAM). The Travel Coordinator will use automated accounting systems and applications to retrieve and review data files, analyze information, and reconcile expenditures. Additionally, the Travel Coordinator will be responsible for setting up tables of accounts and assigning entries to the appropriate accounts.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
- Process all in-state and out-of-state travel reservation requests for both staff and clients of the Arizona Department of Child Safety, which include requests for hotel accommodations, airfare, conferences, and rental cars.
- Compile all items for the Travel Packets while providing required chart of accounts elements to ensure correct recording of fiscal transactions.
- Responsible for supporting the reconciliation process of In-State and Out-of-State Central Travel Accounts.
- Log and track travel reservations to ensure smooth follow-up and team collaboration on inquiries and concerns.
- Provide Customer Service to both internal and external customers with regards to Travel inquiries.
- Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
- Accounting principles and financial regulations
- Reference materials such as federal regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, applicable agency manuals, and policies and procedures relating to Travel Requests
- Financial research methodologiesOffice procedures and equipment
Skills in:
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Analyzing, researching and interpreting travel reservation requests
- Verifying travel reservation requests approval requirements
- Bank Statement Reconciliation
- Mathematics
- Verbal and written communication
- Procedures, methods and office equipment used in statistical record keeping
- Organization
- Time Management
Ability to:
- Professionally communicate with customers and team members
- Clearly and friendly communication
- Be customer service centric
- Actively listen
Selective Preference(s):
The preferred candidate will have customer service experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
High school diploma, GED.
Must be able to secure and maintain clearance from DCS Central Registry.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
- Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
- Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
- Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
- Deferred compensation planWellness plans
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us:
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255-2903. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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