Senior Accountant

Overview

Salary: $81,411.00 - $ Annually
Location: Prescott Valley, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00949
Department: FINANCE
Division: FINANCE
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

The Town of Prescott Valley invites you to apply for the position of Senior Accountant
. The Senior Accountant performs advanced technical accounting work including financial reporting, complex reconciliations, audit coordination, capital asset accounting and financial analysis under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director.

• Prepare and record and/or review and approve (when applicable) journal entries, accruals, corrections, grant accounting, and reclassifications.
• Perform complex account and bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure timely resolution.
• Review general ledger activity for accuracy and compliance with GAAP/GASB.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing duties, including supporting schedules and analytical reviews.
• Manage capital asset and lease/SBITA accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, amortization, and reconciliations.
• Support long-range financial planning including sales tax projections and capital improvement planning.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for the external financial audit (final field work audit).
• Interpret accounting policies, regulations, and guidelines; advise departments on proper accounting treatment.
• Provide training and technical assistance to departments on accounting procedures and reporting requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in comprehensive, centralized accounting providing governmental accounting and fiscal management services in a public agency setting.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and Microsoft software, including advanced Excel.
• The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background screening.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted principles and practices of accounting and auditing, and their application to governmental accounting systems; ability to analyze, understand, and interpret financial reports.

The Town's complete compensation package includes salary, benefits, and a high-performance culture. The package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; participation in the state retirement system; optional 457 deferred compensation with a town match up to 6%; vacation, holidays, and additional comprehensive benefits.

The expected hiring range is $81,411-$86,652.
The full salary range is $81,411-$113,984.
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity within the same job classification.

Open Until Filled

Apply online: prescottvalley-az.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Prescott Valley - The Cooler Side of Arizona

The Town of Prescott Valley is located in central Arizona between the Mingus and Bradshaw mountains in Yavapai County. Our high desert elevation of 5,100 feet offers four seasons with mild temperatures year-round. Prescott Valley is the largest and fastest-growing municipality in the county (est. 50,000 pop.).

Founded in 1966, Prescott Valley offers a small-town atmosphere with natural beauty and modern amenities. Three national forests are nearby; the Grand Canyon is a short two-hour drive away. Our community emphasizes inclusivity and a high quality of life.

Town Values

We operate under the council-manager form of government and value SERVICE, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, TEAMWORK, and FUN. Our employees are the cornerstone of fulfilling our mission. We are committed to providing excellent public services while maintaining a fiscally responsible and forward-looking organization.