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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: SunSoftOnline Positions Available: 2 Position Overview SunSoftOnline 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 • Financial Processing: 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 SunSoftOnline 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)

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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: SunSoftOnline
Positions Available: 2
Position Overview
SunSoftOnline 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.
Financial Processing: 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
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).

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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 SunSoftOnline 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)

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