State of Florida · 21 hours ago
ACCOUNTANT IV - 77072702 1
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$45K/yr - $45K/yr
5+ years expThe State of Florida's Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an Accountant IV to manage financial resources effectively. The role involves pre-audit and payment processing, coordinating with vendors and budget divisions, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Department of Financial Services rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures
Responsible for the pre-audit and payment processing of expenditures relating to purchases which include recurring charges, reimbursements, purchasing card transactions, contracts and other payment requests submitted
Pre-audit includes verification of account codes, supporting documentation, authorization signatures, necessary justifications, vendor Information, mathematical accuracy of amounts, and review of required reports
Coordinates transactions and works with budget, and Divisions, to ensure that agency specific required Chart of Accounts, OAI, OA2, Project ID, SpeedKey etc. are utilized; Advises, interprets, and counsels employees and customers on accounting policies and procedures related to areas of responsibilities
Coordinates efforts with vendors, Purchasing Office, FBO Mangers, and other related areas, to ensure orderly, timely and proper handling of invoices Reconciles records of expenditure discrepancies to ensure all invoices and supporting documents are accurate; Submit any necessary adjustments/corrections as required utilizing PALM IU module
Reconciles records of expenditure discrepancies to ensure all invoices and supporting documents are accurate; Submit any necessary adjustments/corrections as required utilizing PALM IU module
Acts as liaison with FWC staff and Accounting Services in financial matters. Ensure that vouchers have been posted awaiting warrants or confirmations and provide any documentation requested for audit. On an as needed basis request duplicate warrants, cancel warrants, and request copies of warrants
Responsible for researching financial transactions as needed and correcting errors by recording applicable entries in the State’s financial management system
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Five (5) years of experience in accounting or financial management, two (2) of which must have been in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of professional experience in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation can substitute for the required experience
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, methods of reviewing and analyzing financial data, and basic management principles and practices
Knowledge of Florida Reference Guide to State Expenditures
Ability to assess budgetary needs and formulate policies and procedures
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations; and to document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices
Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments; to communicate in writing and verbal effectively; to work independently, to solve problems and make decisions; and, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
Benefits
Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
Retirement Plan Options
State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
On the Job Trainings
Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.
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