ACCOUNTANT III - 77000498

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people. Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Requirements

• Two (2) years of bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative support experience.
• An associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university 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.
• Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume.
• Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.
• The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Process unencumbered disbursements in accordance with s. 215.422, F.S., Ch. 691-40, F.A.C., the DFS Reference Guide for State Expenditures, and Commission policies and procedures.
• Screen invoices for items requiring immediate payments.
• Verify identification numbers and accounting codes.
• Ensure special approvals/justifications are present.
• Enter disbursements into FLAIR.
• Prepare and complete daily voucher process.
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Florida Statutes, Department of Financial Services rules and internal procedures which pertain to auditing and payment of invoices.
• Ensure reimbursement vouchers contain all required documentation.
• Process expenditure corrections to balance to FLAIR timely and accurately.
• Determine the transaction code to use 51 or 58.
• Perform other expenditure move entries as needed.
• Reconciles payments monthly, to assure that the FLAIR and other subsystems accurately reflect payments made by the agency. This is critical as Transparency Florida ensures accountability to Floridians around the state.
• Audit and approve Purchasing Card transactions in P-Card Works
• Review Works system daily and system reports to ensure transactions are processed timely, accurately and in accordance with laws, rules, and procedures.
• Ensure Accountholders and Approvers are aware of flagged transactions that are aging in excess of two business days.
• Assist with the planning and processing of fiscal year end transactions, and other year-end activities, including Certified Forward and setting up payables.
• Verify with Contract Manager(s) and other appropriate staff to determine the need for all prior fiscal year encumbrance balances.
• Classify payables (A or B) and record accruals for Carry Forward (CF) in the proper fiscal year to meet deadlines of the agency and the State of Florida.
• Review, correct and/or return items for processing.
• Maintain records and initiate follow-up for returned items.
• Research internal and external inquires and follow up with email or telephone call within 1 business day.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage with low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
• Option to select between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.
• Tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree