State of Florida · 1 day ago
PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT SPECIALIST - 43004267
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$52K/yr - $52K/yr
1+ years expThe State of Florida is seeking a Professional Accountant Specialist to join their Financial Services team. This role involves preparing and reviewing financial statements, assisting in the preparation of the Florida Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and developing accounting policies applicable to all state agencies.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating and conducting the activities involved in the preparation of the Florida Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Compile, review, and update assigned parts of the financial statements and notes
Review and input adjusting entries into Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) as assigned
Assess agency compliance with statewide financial reporting requirements
Assist with projects of the Statewide Financial Reporting Section to promote the most efficient and effective completion of the ACFR
Evaluate current processes and research best practices of similar entities
Assist with initiation and completion of projects to update current processes
Assist in developing accounting policies, which will be applicable to all state agencies
Assist in preparing and developing training/class materials, technical communications with state agencies and responses of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and other professional communications
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of accounting systems
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Ability to utilize application software and web applications
Ability to research and interpret accounting literature, rules, and pronouncements
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to utilize databases such as Microsoft Access
Proficient in Microsoft Office software – Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook
Preferred
Experience utilizing, maintaining, and analyzing databases
Experience creating, modifying, and troubleshooting Microsoft Access database queries and tables
One (1) year preparing or reviewing Financial Statements
Experience participating as a team member to complete a major project
One (1) or more years of accounting or auditing experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or other business major
Company
State of Florida
The State of Florida is an online telephone and email directory for state government agencies and employees in Florida.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Herstein, MD, MHA, MBA
Chief Hospital Administrator (CEO) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
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