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NEOGOV · 23 hours ago

Financial Specialist - USD Budget & Procurement

NEOGOV is seeking a Financial Specialist for the City of Port St. Lucie. This role involves specialized accounting work, providing financial and administrative support, and managing various financial aspects related to the Utility Systems Department.

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Responsibilities

Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie and Utility Systems Department at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives, maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations
Provides financial and administrative support to staff as it relates to obtaining quotes, utilizing DemandStar, requisition entry, maintaining spreadsheets, providing reports, scanning documents, and obtaining required insurance and W-9 information from vendors
Prepares spreadsheets and/or Munis Project Modules to track all financial aspects of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) contracts and/or operational contracts. Notifies appropriate staff of expiration/renewal dates as it relates to the contracts. Reviews invoices for accuracy and processes for payment; makes sure invoices do not exceed budget and is compliant with contract pricing
Enter/update grant information in Munis
Prepares and processes travel documents
Manages Visa cards for the Utility Systems Department by obtaining proper documentation, reviewing proper purchasing procedures, and accurately posting Visa charges in Munis
Enters requisitions, review purchase order invoices, and receive in Munis
Auctions Utility surplus items
Tracks Fixed Assets and Surplus items for annual reconciliation with Finance
Prepares monthly water and sewer Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for submission to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
Regular and punctual attendance
Develops various operating cost and monthly budgetary expenditure reports
Compiles monthly generated fiscal/statistical spreadsheet reports, budget development process for the Department, data and research gathering, occasional oral presentations, filing and other necessary clerical related functions
Inputs Utility Systems Department contracts in the Munis Contract Module
Other duties as may be assigned

Qualification

Accounting principlesExcel spreadsheetsMunis softwareBookkeeping principlesFinancial reportingCustomer serviceEffective communicationRelationship buildingProblem solvingTime management

Required

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience with a combination of account keeping, payroll, Excel spreadsheets and/or related experience required
Possession of valid Florida driver's license and maintenance of clean driving record required with the ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30 days from date of hire
Knowledge of City and Finance Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of bookkeeping principles
Knowledge of office procedures and practices
Knowledge of basic accounting principles, rules, and regulations
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately and rapidly
Ability to reconcile large files and accounts
Ability to operate a calculator and other office equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public
Ability to focus on the positive in every situation
Ability to stay centered when challenged
Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization
Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to follow through with assigned tasks

Benefits

12 paid holidays per year
Vacation Leave: 1-3 years- 10 days
Vacation Leave: 4-9 years- 15 days
Vacation Leave: 10-19 years- 20 days
Vacation Leave: 20+ years- 25 days
Personal Days: 2 days for non-exempt employees per year
Personal Days: 3 days for exempt employees per year
Sick Time: FT employees accrue 8 hours per month
Sick Time: PT employees accrue 4 hours per month
Retirement Plan: The City contributes an amount equal to 11.4% of an eligible employee's biweekly earnings into a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan.
Employee contributes 1%.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth IRA
$50,000 Basic Term Life Insurance
$50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Optional Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement
Optional Benefits: Flexible Spending Account
Optional Benefits: Wellness Program
Optional Benefits: Health Reimbursement Account
Optional Benefits: Employee Assistance Plan
Optional Benefits: Supplemental Life
Optional Benefits: Legal insurance

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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