ACCOUNTANT III

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Central Office in Tallahassee, FL in Finance & Accounting. The mission of the Finance and Accounting department in the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is to provide accurate, timely, and transparent financial management and reporting. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable of FLAIR, MFMP, Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to an accounting program.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to use automated accounting systems, personal computers and general office equipment.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
• Knowledge of DC rules, policies and procedures.
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records.
• Ability to prepare financial statements and reports.
• Ability to design and implement accounting systems.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Process and distribute invoices received through various methods, ensuring timely and accurate preparation for payment of the department’s legal liabilities.
• Operate within state accounting systems, including MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP), FLAIR, BARS, Axiom Pro, FACTS, Information Warehouse, and FLAIR RDS.
• Manage daily mail pickup, distribution of invoices, state warrants, and vendor statements, while maintaining organized files and records.
• Provide assistance to vendors and internal divisions with accounting records, financial information, and payment processes.
• Conduct detailed research using accounting, procurement, and payment programs to resolve issues and ensure compliance.
• Work effectively within a team environment while maintaining the ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Assist with duplicate warrant requests, warrant cancellations, and other specialized tasks as needed.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external customers, ensuring inquiries are addressed promptly and professionally.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan), Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan), Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop), Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED