Asset Accountant

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is hiring a Fixed Asset Accountant 3 in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves managing the accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of the Department's assets. Responsibilities include recording asset transactions, preparing reports for audits, and supporting various accounting functions. The position requires knowledge of accounting principles and skills in analysis and communication. The hiring salary range is $47,564 - $67,567.
Position: FIXED ASSET ACCOUNTANT 3

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Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating, and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting, and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all.

Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes, and wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. It creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitats through conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees, and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork, and partnerships.
FIXED

ASSET ACCOUNTANT 3

Job Location: 5000 W CAREFREE HWY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85086

Posting Details
• Hiring Salary Range: $47,564 - $67,567
• Grade: 22
• Closing Date: 05/26/2025
Job Summary

Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, this position is responsible for the timely and accurate accounting, reconciling, and reporting of additions, deletions, transfers, adjustments, and disposals of the Department’s capitalized and non-capitalized assets, profiles, and reporting. The position will perform all aspects of professional accounting work to support the Department's mission and expenditures, including those related to wildlife, watercraft, and off-highway vehicle resources of Arizona.
Job Duties
• Record additions, deletions, UTLs, use taxes, adjustments, and disposals of the Department’s assets, ensuring proper cost accounting.
• Prepare transfer documents and update assets in the state’s accounting system.
• Review and reconcile complex fixed and capital assets, including land, buildings, catchments, and major projects.
• Interpret, analyze, and approve requisitions for proper asset classification.
• Prepare reports for audits, reconciliations, and depreciation.
• Recommend process improvements and coordinate annual inventory.
• Support all accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable.
• May serve as a team leader.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The candidate must have knowledge of economic and accounting principles, financial data analysis, GAAP, government accounting practices, internal controls, automated financial systems, federal regulations, Arizona statutes, and policies. Skills include analysis, interpretation, communication, accuracy, speed, problem-solving, and maintaining confidentiality. The ability to learn departmental policies, prioritize work, work independently, and establish harmonious relationships is essential.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in governmental accounting, APP, or AZ360 is preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required, along with at least two years of relevant experience.
Benefits

The Department offers a comprehensive benefits package including sick leave, vacation, paid holidays, parental leave, health and dental insurance, retirement plan, life and disability insurance, and optional benefits.
Contact

Questions? Contact Amy Lacy at alacy.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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