ACCOUNTING SERVICES ANALYST A - 64080630

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

2d • $40,321 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position independently applies professional accounting techniques in the performance of difficult accounting work involved in the Reconciliation of Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) Records with the Department of Financial Services (DFS) Appropriation Ledgers for the Department of Health (DOH). This position is responsible for the reconciliation of accounting records for complex budget entities, involving multiple general ledgers and related subsidiary accounts. The incumbent must have a working knowledge and understanding of DFS and departmental accounting procedures, including types of transactions, transaction requirements and use, content and arrangement of reports, coding schemes, DOH peripheral accounting systems input, and the relationship of accounts used in the DFS and FLAIR ledgers.

Requirements

• Knowledge of data processing principles, practices, and techniques applicable to large-scale computer system.
• Knowledge of accounting policy, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of FLAIR.
• Knowledge of basic management principles.
• Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the position.
• Must be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Excel, Microsoft word, Data Entry

Responsibilities

• Perform the analyst role for the reconciliation of the Department's accounting records to the Department of Financial Services appropriation ledgers; compiles information from FLAIR, which includes accounting data recorded by 67 county health department trust funds and all other DOH trust funds and General Revenue. Use the Department's automated reconciliation system to balance departmental transactions with state account balance.
• Complete the reconciliation for 100% of DOH’s trust funds and monitor to ensure completion. Resolve any discrepancies between Departmental and State Account records.
• Process 100% of expenditure reconciliation and shared inbox corrections and p-docs (warrant cancellations, salary adjustments, DMS insurance adjustments, etc.) for County Health Departments and Central Office program areas as well as monitoring the consortiums and Stand-Alone CHDs to ensure completion.
• Execute the monthly and daily dual-year Automated Reconciliation System. Verify Departmental and State Accounts cash balances each month and daily during dual-year processing. Troubleshoot any issues with the automated process with the information technology support staff.
• Provide technical assistance to fiscal offices, auditors, and others responsible for reconciliation, or analyses of accounting records and reports as required.
• Perform training for CHDs and new employees in the section on the reconciliation process, analyzing data and choosing the appropriate correcting entry to process to reconcile to State Accounts. Assist reconciliation unit supervisor in preparing various materials and presentations in relation to the reconciliation.
• Routinely research and analyze accounting documents affecting reconciliations to initiate memorandums and adjustment advice to ensure reconciling items are eliminated as soon as possible. Process corrections request received from the Office of Budget and Revenue Management section.
• Complete special projects, perform other related duties and special projects, as required.
• Cross train within Finance and Accounting.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed