Southwest Florida Water Management District · 1 month ago
Accountant (0072) (Hybrid)
Brooksville, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$46K/yr - $59K/yr
1+ years expThe Southwest Florida Water Management District is a government agency dedicated to protecting water resources in Florida. The Accountant will support the Finance Bureau by managing financial disbursements, auditing documentation, and collaborating with staff to ensure compliance with agreements and state statutes.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Disbursement Management: Oversee and process financial disbursements related to complex contracts and purchase orders for assigned vendors, ensuring compliance with board-approved agreements and Florida State Statutes
Financial System Operations: Utilize a web-based automated financial system to encumber funds, initiate payments via payment vouchers or purchasing cards, and manage year-end accruals and retainage tracking
Contractual Compliance: Audit supporting documentation as outlined in contracts or purchase orders to verify accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures
Encumbrance Oversight: Record, modify, and liquidate District contractual encumbrances based on approved contractual documents, available budgeted funds, and authorized board minutes
Revenue Contract Coordination: Collaborate with accounts receivable to manage expenditures associated with revenue contracts, including tracking payments, encumbrances, and liquidations, and providing documentation for billing external agencies
Reporting and Documentation: Compile and report financial data, develop and maintain spreadsheets to monitor expenditures, and ensure accurate documentation for internal and external audits
Training and Process Improvement: Develop training materials and presentations, revise forms related to fund disbursement, and coordinate training sessions for Project Managers to ensure consistent understanding of financial procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree (or higher) in accounting, finance, business or related field
One (1) year related work experience in finance, accounting, budgeting or related field (equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted)
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience in finance, accounting, budgeting or related disciplines in a local municipality, county or state government agency
Benefits
Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday)
Generous vacation and sick leave
Paid Parental Leave, including Maternity, Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)
Vision insurance
Deferred Compensation Program
Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability (District Paid)
Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
Health savings & flexible spending accounts
Flexible schedule for work-life balance
Legal and Identity Theft protection
Wellness program
Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)
State adoption benefit qualified employer
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time
Company
Southwest Florida Water Management District
Official account of the Southwest Florida Water Management District serving west-central Florida.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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