La Paz County, Arizona
Now Hiring: Accountant
Join a team where precision meets purpose! Our Administrative and Fiscal Services department is the backbone of organization success – driving efficiency, ensuring financial integrity, and fostering innovation. We offer a collaborative culture, professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a real impact every day.
Salary Rate $49,046.40 - $72,592.00 Location Parker, AZ
Job Type Full-time Non-exempt
Onsite/Hybrid/Remote (Fully remote available in Arizona only, based on experience)
Organization La Paz County Department Administrative and Fiscal Services
Opening Date 03/09/2026 Closing Date Continuous; first applications will be pulled 03/20/2026
Ideal Candidate
· Skilled & Experienced: Seasoned Accountant with government experience and preferably project accounting experience.
· Organized & Detail Oriented: Manages time, tasks and resources effectively while ensuring accuracy.
· Analytical & Strong Problem Solver: Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions to drive goals. Adept in identifying problems, analyzing their components and creating efficient solutions.
· Adaptable & Strong Communicator: Ability to adapt to new challenges by being flexible and willing to adjust their approach as needed. Effectively communicates their processes and solutions to others.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Summary:
La Paz County is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to join our Finance Department. Under the supervision of the Administrative and Fiscal Services Director, this position is responsible for the professional management of the County’s financial and budgetary activities, ensuring compliance with county, state, federal and grant regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to build hands-on experience in governmental finance, collaborate with a supportive team and make a meaningful impact through public service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
· Manage and reconcile complex governmental chart of accounts across multiple funds.
· Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions; resolve discrepancies in revenues, expenditures, payroll, accruals, and cost allocations.
· Monitor and analyze grant accounting activities, ensuring compliance with GASB revenue recognition standards.
· Prepare and review monthly financial reports, journal entries, reconciliations, and cost analyses.
· Support budget development, monitoring, and forecasting.
· Assist with fiscal year-end closing, audits, and preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
· Collaborate with county departments to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Excellent verbal and written communication
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
· Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and handle large volumes of detailed work accurately
· Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
· Knowledge of governmental accounting and grant accounting
· Ability to utilize databases, financial software, Microsoft Office and spreadsheets
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or closely related field. (Accounting experience may substitute for the education requirement)
· Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver License within three (3) months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
· Maintain and possess a current certification as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Managerial Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.
· Government accounting and/or project accounting experience
Supplemental Information
- Salary Range: $49,046.40 - $72,592.00 (competitive salary based on qualifications, typical start rate for experienced candidates at middle-high end of range)
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, paid leave, and professional development opportunities. For information regarding benefits, click here (Download PDF reader).
Why Join La Paz County?
Working for La Paz County offers more than just a career—it’s a chance to make a difference in your community. You’ll join a dedicated team of professionals committed to transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility. The county also offers a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth.
La Paz County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $49,046.40 - $72,592.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently or have you ever been employed by La Paz County?
- Are you in any way related to a current employee of La Paz County?
- Have you been convicted of a felony within the last seven (7) years?
- I certify that the information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false or misleading statements or omission of information may result in immediate removal from consideration of employment.
- I hereby release from liability and agree to hold harmless under any and all possible causes of legal action, La Pa County, its officers, employees, and agents, as well as any present or former employer, educational institution, person, or legal entity, its officers, employees, or agents, for any statements, acts, or omissions made in the course of the investigation. This release from liability shall apply to any right of action that might accrue to myself, my heirs, assigns, and personal representatives.
- If offered employment, I understand that false, misleading, or omitted information given in my application or interview(s) may result in immediate discharge and is not subject to any grievance process. I acknowledge that making false statements or omissions in connection with this application is a crime punishable as provided in Title 13 of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
Education:
Experience:
- Accounting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
