Accounting Technician

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 10-25-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit an updated chronological resume at the time of application. Resumes received after the application closing date will not be considered.

If you possess any of the preference points or educational requirements listed on the posting, and wish to receive consideration for the experience, the supporting documentation should be attached to your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated based on the education and work experience provided in their employment profile, preferred qualifications, and resume. Top applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an in person Assessment during the week of November 9, 2026.

Then the top applicants who pass the assessment will be invited to participate in an in person Interview during the week of November 30, 2026

Hiring Interviews MAY occur.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Accounting Technician position at the Tucson City Court (Court) supports all divisions of the Court by processing financial functions and providing exemplary customer service to internal and external customers. This position performs financial tasks including reconciling daily deposits, processing payments and reviewing/adjusting financial information for accuracy in case management system.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Financial Specialist. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the general public and court staff with processing of Court financial functions.  Builds and maintains relationships with external and internal customers.
• Completes daily deposit process to include providing accurate reconciliation to case management system, various payment reports and cash banks used by cashiers. Research and resolve outages/out of balance items.
• Processes payment of fines and sanctions, processes bond refunds, forfeitures and conversions to fines and fees in case management system.
• Completes refunds of overpayments and restitution payments to victims.
• Researches and performs financial adjustments within case management system.
• Reviews and verify financial transactions jointly with team partner to maintain consistency and reduce errors.
• Communicates proactively with team partner regarding task status, priority changes, and upcoming deadlines to maintain smooth workflow.
• Engages in joint problem-solving for process improvements, recommending and implementing changes as a team.
• Provides financial information to Financial Specialist, Court Administration and other staff as needed.
• All other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Mostly office environment.   

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Six (6) months post- high school
Work Experience: Two (2) years of directly related experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Over 1 year of full-time experience performing entry level accounting support or cash handling/cash reconciling & deposit protocols.
Experience in administrative support and customer service.
Associate degree in accounting or related field.
Experience in Microsoft Office products.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0811 - Accounting Technician

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G104

Hourly Range

$19.97 - 29.95 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

City Court

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court

Background Check 

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). 

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Noelle Smith (103931)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-837-4190.