ACCOUNTANT IV - 48000112

State of Florida

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs duties under the limited supervision of the Accountant Supervisor in the Bureau of Comptroller, Division of Finance & Operations, Department of Education. Position is responsible for processing payments of lease contracts, assisting with processing grant payments and assembling voucher schedules. This position audits and processes invoices for payment utilizing various coding to distribute as determined by the Lease Funding Authorization forms provided by the Department’s Leasing Office or as indicated in the accounting detail of the direct order. This position reads and interprets lease contracts and direct orders as well as other documents needed to process payments. It is also responsible for maintaining controls to ensure that all payments are made accurately and timely. All duties of this position must be performed in compliance with the mandatory requirements of Section 215.422, Florida Statutes and Chapter 3A-20 and Chapter 60A of the Florida Administrative Code. The ideal incumbent has a working knowledge and understanding of state rules and regulations regarding audits, invoices, grants and lease contracts—someone who excels in working under tight timeframes with competing deadlines. Organizational skills and the ability to multitask are key to completing the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Florida Accounting Information Resource System (FLAIR).
Experience with contracts and leases.
Experience with grant accounting.
Experience using Excel.

Responsibilities

Audits Invoices, Grants and Lease Contracts
Set up and Maintain Lease and Grant Files
Property Insurance Payments, Coverage and Claims
HR Assessment Payments
Certified Forward Funding
Cash Refunds and Warrant Cancellations
Perform other related work as assigned.

Benefits

State Group Insurance coverage options+(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
Ongoing comprehensive training provided
Career Growth
Highly skilled, professional environment
Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits