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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy: recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

At the ACA, we are collaborating with businesses, federal, state, tribal, and local governments, and academic leaders to transform Arizona’s economy. We are doing this by curating an ecosystem of innovators, cutting-edge technologies, disruptive technology ventures, and industries of the future with modern infrastructure that serves all citizens of Arizona. The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA) creates an unprecedented opportunity for infrastructure investment.

The Broadband Budget & Compliance Manager will be responsible for managing the financial reporting and compliance aspects of the ACA’s Broadband and Digital Equity initiatives. This role requires collecting and analyzing data, preparing and submitting standardized reports, tracking budget allocations to ensure accuracy with program/grant requirements, and handling budget revisions and change forms. The ideal candidate must collaborate closely with the accounting and procurement teams, as well as with state and federal regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, proactivity, and accuracy in all tasks. This is a hybrid position based in Phoenix, AZ. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and analyze financial and operational data related to multiple broadband projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions and allocations.
• Facilitate compliance with applicable ACA policies, regulatory requirements, including federal and state rules and regulations (certifications and assurances).
• Prepare and submit routine and ad hoc regulatory filings to federal and state agencies and public service commissions.
• Prepare and submit standardized financial and compliance reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze client and state/federal agency requests for reimbursements and for all funding compliance requirements; may contribute to the development of quarterly and annual reports during
• Ensure all reporting meets regulatory and organizational standards.
• Develop and maintain SharePoint to ensure accurate inventory of documentation, ensure standardized reporting templates for budget and compliance documentation are maintained.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across all reports.
• Monitor and track labor, travel and budgetary caps per required allocation for broadband projects.
• Coordinate with Accounting/Procurement teams and ACA Leadership to ensure compliance, collaboration, and consistency program wide.
• Prepare and submit budget revision requests and change forms as needed.
• Collaborate with Accounting & Procurement teams to ensure alignment of financial data and procurement processes.
• Participate with state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Stay informed about state and federal regulations affecting broadband projects.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying and resolving budget, documentation, or reporting questions.
• Assist in the development of documentation, project management, data management and tracking tools to ensure effective reporting.
• Other responsibilities may include developing and maintaining templates for forms and documents and/or supporting client applications for federal and/or state broadband funding.

COMPETENCY, EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or related field of study; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience lending the skills and knowledge of accounting, audit, compliance, bookkeeping, budgeting, financial analysis, preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills to make concise presentations before public and private groups, including the ability to effectively articulate complex situations to colleagues and customers with varying degrees of technical knowledge.
• Strong client service skills with the ability to work well with individuals across diverse teams and cultures.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite, including strong Excel skills, and with various web-based technologies.
• Successful record of managing multiple projects with demonstrated ability to work independently in rapidly changing environments.

HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of state fiscal management systems.
• Ability to effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, comfortably handles risk and uncertainty.
• Self-starter interested in contributing to a dynamic and growing program with a non-traditional approach.
• Knowledge of the Arizona and/or national broadband landscape and broadband development tools.

Company DescriptionThe Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy: recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.

The ACA is overseen by a public-private sector board composed of Arizona leaders in business and policy. The board is chaired by Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs. Joining her on the board is a group of prestigious private-sector business leaders, elected officials and university presidents.

The ACA’s executive management team drives the organization’s day-to-day operations, ensuring it maintains focus on the recruitment of quality companies and jobs to the state of Arizona. This team brings together the best and brightest in economic development, management and communications.Company DescriptionThe Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy: recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.\r
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The ACA is overseen by a public-private sector board composed of Arizona leaders in business and policy. The board is chaired by Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs. Joining her on the board is a group of prestigious private-sector business leaders, elected officials and university presidents.\r
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The ACA’s executive management team drives the organization’s day-to-day operations, ensuring it maintains focus on the recruitment of quality companies and jobs to the state of Arizona. This team brings together the best and brightest in economic development, management and communications.

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