Financial Manager

This listing closes on 9/27/2026 at 11:59 PM Arizona.EmployerPinal CountySalary$66,920.00 - $107,072.00 AnnuallyLocationSuperior Courthouse - 971 Jason Lopez Circle Bldg. A, Florence AZ 85132, AZJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number202600436DepartmentClerk of the Superior CourtOpening Date09/14/2026Closing Date9/27/2026 at 11:59 PM ArizonaDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsDESCRIPTION Make your next career move count—join the Clerk of the Court as our next Financial Manager. JOB SUMMARY Manage administrative support functions and manage accounting functions, financial information, budgets, grant compliance reporting, and inventory under limited supervision. This position is not covered under the Pinal County Merit System or the Superior Court of Arizona Judicial Merit System Rules. Incumbents in this position, serve at the pleasure of the elected Clerk of Superior Court. The employment relationship of incumbents in this position is "at will"; the employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause. HIRING SALARY RANGE The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range . WHY US? Pinal County and the Superior Court offer amazing benefits. Who knew there was a workplace that wants to see your wellbeing by providing you with a Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service? Plus paid vacation, sick, and holidays? And benefit plans that include things like hospital coverage, pharmacy, medical, vision, dental... and more! We strive to work hard and reward hard work with our perks and balance. Benefits | Pinal County, AZTYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIESWork in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description. TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES Oversee accounts payables, accounts receivables, payroll and budgeting.Oversee administrative functions, monitor operations, analyze anomalies and trends, resolve problems, and recommend system improvements.Prepare budgets for new and existing grant programs, verify expenditures are in compliance with funding agency standards, and maintain files and records on grant program, agreements, and contracts.Review financial information, assure fund integrity, and prepare reports for funding agencies.Manage accounting operations, review and reconcile transactions, special funds, and financial activities.Monitor and review accounting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Federal and state regulations, funding agency standards, and county policies and control practices and monitor, project, and approve expenditures and revenues.Manage staff, screen and assign workload, plan, prioritize, and assign tasks and projects, train staff, monitor work, evaluate performance, and review the work of staff to assure the work quality and timely completion of assigned duties and responsibilities.Review financial and accounting records, assure information is complete and accurate, and assist with audits.Prepare and compile a variety of budget and statistical reports to include salary projections, revenue, and expenses.Allocate resources by determining which funding source is used for payroll, and office supplies, etc.Reconcile certified paper and ensure voided paper is accounted for and shredded.Verify monies received are accurate and accounted.Provide administrative direction, leadership, and policy guidance and coordinate efforts of related activities toward the achievement of objectives, goals, and priorities.Develop staff skills and conduct performance evaluations.Oversee accounting, budget, grants administration, payroll, purchasing, accounts receivables and ensure all revenues and expenditures are properly accounted.Ensure the completion of the annual budget.Review and revise financial policies, streamline processes, and advise on accounting problems, policies, and procedures.Provide various financial reports.Represent in various meetings and coordinate activities with other departments, outside agencies, and related organizations.Manage the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets.Maintain regular, in-person attendance to effectively perform assigned dutiesCollaborate and work cooperatively with team members to achieve organizational goalsMaintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.Perform other related duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.Five (5) years of accounting, financial management, economics, or related experience.Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Masters of Science Degree in Finance.Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).newly established Arizona Residents must have oneKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY Knowledge of state and Federal statutes, rules, codes and regulations governing public sector accounting functions.Knowledge of County Finance Department policies, procedures and regulations.Knowledge of principles of grant fund accounting, budgets, contracts, and financial records management.Ability to understand and apply program standards, public sector fund accounting procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies and procedures.Skilled in reviewing and analyzing finance documents and records, and identifying and reconciling errors.Skilled in analyzing and compiling technical and statistical information to prepare grant funding and technical reports.Ability to meet critical time deadlines.Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; and planning and coordinating the work of others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The work also requires the ability to finger, grasp, handle, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications. Working for the Judicial Branch in a non-safety sensitive position, you are required to submit to reference checks, and a criminal background with fingerprints and driving history. Every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States is welcome to apply. However, Pinal County cannot currently offer visa sponsorship or STEM OPT. We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities.Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can Read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below: An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued AnnuallyAfter Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued AnnuallyTen Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day OnePaid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous ServiceThree Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous ServiceFour Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceFour Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous ServiceRetirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium costComprehensive Wellness Program Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening EventsSkin Cancer Screening Events OnsiteBiometrics and Health Screening Events OnsiteFinancial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & OnlineFitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai ChiQuarterly Well ChallengesVaccination Clinics OnsiteVision Exams and Optometry Events OnsiteTuition Reimbursement ProgramAlternative Work SchedulesTelehealthQualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of EducationEmployee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development OptionsCivil Service LeaveVanPool OptionsShort-Term Disability – Employer PaidBasic Life Insurance - Employer PaidFlexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical ExpensesSuite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance01 INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide on this online supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated along with your application. All questions must be answered. You are encouraged to respond as specifically and as completely as possible. Attaching or referencing a resume will not be considered responsive. Answers related to specific job experience must be reflected on your application. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission of a material fact and partial information can result in disqualification. Please check the box to indicate you have read and understood the instructions. 02 The department will use the email address and phone number listed on your application to contact you for interviews and status notifications. Do you understand that if you choose to omit, provide incorrect or outdated information you may be omitted from notifications about important steps in the recruitment process, including self-scheduling for interviews? YesNo 03 Do you understand that this position is not covered under the Pinal County Merit System, nor the Judicial Merit Rules System. Incumbents in this position serve at the pleasure of their respective Appointing Authority. The employment relationship of incumbents in this position is "at will", meaning the employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause. YesNo 04 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed. NoneHigh School Diploma/GEDAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree/Juris DoctoratePhD or equivalent 05 Do you have five (5) years of accounting, financial management, economics, or related experience? YesNo 06 The Superior Court in Pinal County conducts an extensive background investigation of criminal history. A criminal conviction does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually and based on job requirements. However, felony convictions and some violent misdemeanor convictions may result in disqualification for employment with the Superior Court. "Crime" as used in this section means any and all felonies, misdemeanors, and serious driving offenses. "Crime" does not include minor civil traffic offenses. "Convicted" means that you have been found guilty by a court or jury, pleaded guilty or no contest to a crime and/or have been sentenced for a crime, whether incarcerated, placed on probation, fined or received a suspended sentence. Do you understand you will be required to pass an extensive background that includes a criminal history check (which may include additional evaluations), in addition to education and employment verification? YesNo 07 Have you ever been terminated, discharged, or forced to resign from any position? YesNo 08 If you answered yes to the question above, please name the employer, explain the circumstances and date of occurrence. If not applicable, type "N/A" in the box below. 09 Based on the job description in this posting, I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. YesNo 10 In accordance with Arizona Statute 38-492 ( if you qualify for Veterans Preference Points, indicate below what type and be sure to attach the required documentation of DD-214, Form FL-802, Form SF-15, or Veteran's Administration Office equivalent certification View phone number on click.appcast.io VA Regional Office) accordingly. It is your responsibility to identify type and provide the required documentation if you wish full Preference Point consideration. VeteranDisabled VeteranSpouse of Disabled/Deceased VeteranDoes not apply * Required QuestionEmployerPinal CountyDepartmentClerk of the Superior CourtAddress971 N. Jason Lopez Circle Bldg. A Florence, Arizona, 85132Phone520-866-5300