Staff Accountant Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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Staff Accountant

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the government and municipality sector, is in need for a Staff Accountant to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis! This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with close activities, and ensuring reliable reporting across day-to-day and month-end processes. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare month-end accounting entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and maintain organized supporting documentation for close activities.• Review financial data for completeness and accuracy, investigate variances, and help ensure reporting aligns with established accounting standards.• Clean up historical accounting records when needed and bring incomplete or delayed bookkeeping activities up to date.• Record daily financial activity in the general ledger and verify that posted transactions are properly coded and supported.• Manage accounts receivable tasks such as issuing invoices, applying incoming payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and following up on overdue items.• Bill affiliated entities for shared services, track invoice status, and record expense accruals as required.• Compile information from internal departments to support year-end organizational reporting and related compliance obligations.• Assist with payroll-related reporting and provide support for accounting and finance initiatives, including special projects, analysis, and process improvement efforts.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Sr. Accountant

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the mining industry, is in need for a Senior/Staff Accountant to join their team on a long-term contract basis! This role will contribute to core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on cost analysis, forecasting, financial controls, and accurate monthly reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, including corporate, engineering, and project stakeholders, in a collaborative environment. Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may be considered for a longer-term opportunity. Responsibilities:• Oversee month-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Analyze project and operational costs to identify trends, support cost control efforts, and improve financial visibility.• Develop forecasts and assist with budgeting activities to help business leaders make informed decisions.• Produce monthly financial reports and explain key variances to internal stakeholders.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank activity, and other financial records to maintain accurate reporting.• Support accounting work related to S-corporation structures and related financial processes.• Partner with corporate and project-based teams, including contractor and engineering groups, to provide accounting insight across multiple initiatives.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the mining industry, is in need for a Senior Accountant to join their team on a long-term contract basis! This role will contribute to core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on cost analysis, forecasting, financial controls, and accurate monthly reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, including corporate, engineering, and project stakeholders, in a collaborative environment. Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may be considered for a longer-term opportunity. Responsibilities:• Oversee month-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Analyze project and operational costs to identify trends, support cost control efforts, and improve financial visibility.• Develop forecasts and assist with budgeting activities to help business leaders make informed decisions.• Produce monthly financial reports and explain key variances to internal stakeholders.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank activity, and other financial records to maintain accurate reporting.• Support accounting work related to S-corporation structures and related financial processes.• Partner with corporate and project-based teams, including contractor and engineering groups, to provide accounting insight across multiple initiatives.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable/Accounting Clerk

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary to Hire
20.5865 - 25 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the construction industry is need for an Accounts Payable/Accounting Clerk to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis! This role supports day-to-day accounting operations while also contributing to subcontract administration, project cost coordination, and office support in a collaborative small-company environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with leadership, project teams, vendors, and subcontractors while helping keep financial records accurate, organized, and timely. Responsibilities:• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices by reviewing details, entering records into the accounting system, and maintaining accurate payment documentation.• Coordinate invoice workflow by securing cost coding, general ledger coding, and internal approvals before filing completed records in an organized manner.• Track outstanding payables, assemble payment runs, and prepare checks for final authorization.• Support monthly accounting close activities by assisting the Controller with reconciliations, reporting support, and related accounting tasks.• Prepare subcontract agreements and help manage administrative documentation for active construction projects.• Review subcontractor accounts and project records to confirm all billings and costs have been captured prior to project closeout.• Partner with Project Managers to address billing discrepancies, cost concerns, and budget-related questions.• Record customer payments, complete remote deposit activities, and compile supporting backup for cash receipts.• Prepare and submit Arizona transaction privilege tax filings and maintain related records.• Manage lien waiver administration for vendors and subcontractors, including requesting, tracking, reviewing, filing, and retaining required conditional and unconditional documentation throughout the life of each project.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Analyst

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the energy industry, is in need for an Accounts Payable Analyst to joint their team on a contract basis! This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an Accounts Payable Specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage invoice processing, payments, and compliance activities with accuracy and consistency. The role supports daily accounts payable operations while helping maintain strong financial controls, reliable records, and responsive service for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities:• Manage end-to-end invoice processing and payment activities, including ACH, checks, wires, and other scheduled disbursements in line with company guidelines.• High volume - 300-400 invoices a month, both non-PO invoices, and PO invoices• 3way and 2way matching• Review open items and payment priorities, secure required approvals, and prepare supporting documentation to ensure timely vendor payments.• Reconcile vendor statements and payable accounts, resolve discrepancies, and submit journal entry support when adjustments are needed.• Apply accounts payable policies and procedures consistently while serving as a key point of contact for employees, suppliers, and business partners.• Support tax-related accounts payable tasks by handling exemption documentation, assisting with 1099 reporting, and monitoring sales and use tax compliance requirements.• Contribute to the upkeep and enhancement of expense and payables tools, including Concur, to improve efficiency and accuracy.• Assist with required financial filings and declarations related to accounts payable activities as assigned.• Help identify process improvement opportunities and support best-practice initiatives that strengthen controls and streamline workflows.• Perform additional accounting support duties and special projects based on business needs.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the engineering industry, is in need for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team on a contract basis! This position is ideal for someone who can manage a steady invoice workload with accuracy, stay organized in a detail-driven environment, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders. The role focuses on keeping the accounts payable cycle running smoothly by reviewing, coding, and processing invoices while helping ensure timely vendor payments. Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of invoices each day with strong attention to accuracy, completeness, and deadlines - 300 invoices weekly• Review invoice details and assign the correct general ledger codes, purchase order references, and project-related cost classifications.• Match invoices to supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies before payment is released.• Prepare and support payment activity, including check processing and ACH transactions, to maintain on-time disbursements.• Enter and maintain accounts payable records within Viewpoint Vista and Trimble systems, ensuring data is current and reliable.• Investigate exceptions in automated invoice workflows and take appropriate action to keep transactions moving efficiently.• Coordinate with accounting staff and operational contacts to clarify billing questions, coding issues, and approval status.• Help maintain a dependable AP process by monitoring outstanding items and following through on open payment matters.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Tucson, AZ
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Temporary to Hire
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
Our client, in the non-profit space, is in need for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in a temp-to-hire basis! This position supports core accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, reviewing transactions, and helping ensure timely reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with detailed financial data, collaborating with internal and external contacts, and contributing to an efficient month-end and year-end close process. Responsibilities:• Processing high volume Accounts Payable invoices - over 150 per week• Review spending activity, assist with budget analysis, and prepare clear expense reporting for management use.• Communicate with clients and business partners regarding sensitive accounting matters with professionalism and discretion.• Matching, batching, and coding invoices• Vendor statement reconciliation• Work with internal teams to review transactions and resolve outstanding issues.• Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks, including audit preparation and adherence to accounting policies and regulatory requirement
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

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