Accountant

Town of Marana

Marana is one of the fastest growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services. Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.

Position Description

The Town of Marana is seeking an Accountant to work in the Finance Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in providing meaningful work that has a real impact in our community. Through sound fiscal practices and thoughtful financial planning, the Finance Department is integral to maintaining the Town's stable financial condition and strong economic growth. In the Department, efficient and effective financial stewardship intersects with creativity and innovation to provide 5-star service to our community. The Town offers a competitive benefits package. To learn more, please visit the Town of Marana Benefits page. Alternative work schedules / scheduled telework may be available.

Salary ranges effective 07/11/2026:

Expected Hiring Range: $25.53 - $31.27/Hour

• Placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget.

Salary Range: $25.52 - $37.01/Hour

Examples of Duties

• Assists in maintaining the general ledger including the preparation of journal entries; assists with the financial audits. • Reconciles balance sheet accounts, including accounts receivable for various grants and CIP projects; prepares periodic reimbursement requests. • Prepares reports, such as unclaimed property and financial surveys. • Provides support by assisting on various projects and answering general accounting inquiries as needed, including tax related questions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Over one year of experience in accounting/finance.
• Must complete the Town of Marana Background check.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or closely related field.
• Governmental accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Access.

Recruitment Process

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. A first review date of applications will be conducted on 06/29/2026.

To be considered in the initial review, please submit your online application by 11:59 PM on 06/28/2026.

Applications submitted after this deadline may or may not be reviewed, depending on the needs and progress of the selection process.

Application Status Updates: All status updates regarding your application will be sent via email. Please ensure you provide a valid email address and regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders, for important notifications throughout the hiring process.

Town of Marana Contact Information: 11555 West Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653