Accounting Specialist III (Business Operations)

Accounting Specialist III (Business Operations) Location: Phoenix, AZ (On-Site – 1600 W. Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007) Job Type: Contract / Staff Augmentation (Full-Time, 40 hrs/week) Contract Duration: ~4.5 Months (Projected Start: August 17, 2026 – December 31, 2026) Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employer: Sun.

Soft. Online Positions Available: 2 Position Overview Sun. Soft. Online is seeking two detail-oriented Accounting Specialists III to join our team supporting the Agency Support Division (ASD) of a major state agency in Phoenix, AZ. This is a senior-level administrative/accounting role responsible for supporting complex financial transactions, account reconciliations, general ledger entries, and financial data verification.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in accounting principles, high accuracy in data entry, and proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities

Process, verify, and reconcile financial transactions, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger entries. Account Reconciliation: Audit account records, identify discrepancies, and perform complex balance adjustments. Reporting & Documentation: Prepare standard financial summaries, audit trails, and routine accounting reports for agency management.

Compliance & Auditing: Review financial records for compliance with state accounting standards, regulations, and departmental policies. System Operations: Utilize state financial management systems and enterprise accounting software for high-volume data entry and processing.

Qualifications

& Requirements Required Qualifications: Education: Minimum of Some College completed (preferably coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields). Accounting Experience: 3+ years of progressive accounting, bookkeeping, or financial support experience (Specialist III level). Software Proficiency: Strong knowledge of MS Excel (vlookups, pivot tables) and enterprise accounting or ERP systems.

Data Accuracy: Fast, accurate data entry and strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior government, municipal, or state agency accounting experience. Experience with state accounting software (e.g., AFIS or similar state enterprise systems). Mandatory Submission Requirements Candidates submitting through Sun. Soft. Online must provide: Updated Resume (must explicitly state current location in the Phoenix metro area) Right to Represent (R2R) Confirmation of Full On-Site Capability (1600 W.

Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ)