Job Details

Salary: $62,321.91 - $93,482.87 Annually
Location : Valley Metro Administrative Offices 101 N 1st Ave Suite 1300 Phoenix AZ 85003, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: PRO4000-2
Division: Finance and Procurement
Opening Date: 02/04/2026
Closing Date: 2/18/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

Summary
The full salary range for the position is ($62,321.91- $93,482.87) with an anticipated starting salary between entry ($62,321.91) and midpoint ($77,902.39) of the range. It's essential to note that the actual salary offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training and internal equity considerations.

Purpose of Role:

The Accountant maintains accurate capital asset and financial records and supports the Agency's financial reporting and audit processes. This role reconciles accounts, assists with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports, ensures compliance with GASB standards, and supports internal controls to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting and three (3) years of experience in:

• Financial statement and capital asset experience
• General ledger accounting
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in a governmental or public-sector accounting environment, including exposure to GAAP and GASB standards.
• Demonstrate experience using ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and advanced Excel functions to support accurate analysis and reporting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and clearly communicate financial information.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
None required.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
The following functions are intended to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.

• Records and maintains capital asset activity, including additions, deletions, and construction in progress, and prepares related monthly reports.
• Assists with the timely preparation and distribution of two Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports including audit schedules, trial balances, financial statements, journal entries, and grant-related revenue and expenditure reports.
• Reviews and audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance; maintains accounting records and supports documentation for transactions, schedules, and financial statements.
• Analyzes and interprets accounting records to support fiscal year-end closure and the preparation of accurate and complete financial reports and summaries.
• Prepares workpapers and documentation for internal and external audits, responds to audit requests, explains financial practices, and assists with implementing recommended corrective actions.
• Reconciles accounts, investigates discrepancies, prepares adjusting journal entries, and conducts physical inventory as required.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge of:

• Governmental accounting principles, including GAAP and GASB standards.
• Financial reporting and general ledger accounting practices.
• Capital asset accounting and account reconciliation methods.
• Internal controls and audit processes.
• Use of accounting and financial reporting systems.

Skill in:

• Analyzing and reconciling financial and capital asset records.
• Preparing financial reports and audit documentation.
• Applying accounting standards to financial transactions.
• Identifying and resolving account discrepancies.
• Using financial systems for reporting and compliance.
• Communicating effectively and maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.

Physical Demands / Work Environment
Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work is performed in a typical office setting with routine use of standard office equipment. This role is sedentary requiring the physical exertion of up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

This role typically requires sitting, handling, fine dexterity, visual acuity, hearing, speaking, walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, time pressure, tedious or exacting work, changing of tasks, multi-tasking, irregular work schedule/overtime and working with others on a team.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Health Care Benefits
Effective on the first of the month following date of hire, benefited employees will be eligible for health coverage.
• Medical/Vision/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plans
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (Optional)
Holiday Pay
• Paid Holidays
Optional/Additional Benefits
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance
• Free Employee Bus/Light Rail Card
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Describe your professional experience in accounting including a brief description of each area: preparing or assisting with financial statements reports and audit schedules, financial analysis, and recording capital asset activity.
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What types of accounting systems have you used and how have you used them?
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Describe specific tasks you have performed in Excel. What Excel skills are you most comfortable with, and what skills are you currently working to improve?
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Describe a situation where you had to handle a challenging client or co-worker. How did you manage it?
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How do you incorporate feedback into your own professional development?
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