Pinellas County Sheriff's Office · 4 weeks ago
Fiscal Technician - General Accounting
Largo, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expPinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Fiscal Technician - General Accounting. The role involves performing routine general accounting work, processing financial transactions, and ensuring accuracy in budgetary and financial accounting.
Law EnforcementSecurity
Responsibilities
Verifies financial transactions are appropriately authorized for final processing, budget exists for the transactions, and proper backup documentation is attached
Ensures that all purchase order, invoice or transaction information is complete and accurate prior to issuing payment; resolution of issues may include coordinating with vendors, the Purchasing Division or other agency members
Prints checks for authorized invoices or transactions
Prepares standard journal entries
Maintains and compiles spreadsheets for various activities such as revenue tracking, bank activity, court case levies and forfeitures, restitution receipts and agency notary data
Processes cash receipts and prepares deposits
Reviews and approves deposits made by other agency divisions
Performs routine research, compiles data and prepares various reports
Audits agency petty cash funds to ensure proper internal control
Assists with fiscal year-end accounting activities
Interprets and applies PCSO policies, Federal, State and local laws, and regulations as related to payment due dates, purchasing card usage, sales tax exemption, travel reimbursement, inmate fees etc
Assists agency members, outside agencies and the public with Fiscal-related questions
Serves as a backup to other Fiscal Technicians and bureau members
Tasks and responsibilities are completed with a high level of independence and limited supervision
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or related field
A minimum score of 75% on a written fiscal examination and Excel test
Consideration for this position requires a credit check
General knowledge of bookkeeping and governmental accounting principles
Ability to analyze, process, and verify accurately a high volume of financial transactions and payments while meeting strict deadlines
Knowledge of business English, spelling, mathematical calculations and analyses
Experience with modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer equipment and programs such as Microsoft Office
Familiarity with accounting software programs
Familiarity with proper cash handling procedures and petty cash reconciliations
Ability to navigate the internet and outside websites to perform research and initiate online banking transactions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to ensure the security, integrity and confidentiality of all financial records, in accordance with agency policy and State and Federal regulations
Ability to plan, organize and set priorities
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
You must be 18 years of age to qualify for this position
Preferred
One (1) year related experience in government accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing or finance support preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Company
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office provides great teach in alarm, registration, fingerprinting services, speaker, and asset requests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Traci Reid
Lieutenant PCSO and Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor
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