Fiscal Specialist

Manatee County Government•Lakewood Ranch, FL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This classification performs a variety of fiscal duties. Employee may be responsible for an overall fiscal operation such as a division or small department. Work normally follows established routines but would require incumbent to seek guidance and assistance for non-routine situations or problems. Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certificate of competency.
Minimum of three (3) years fiscal-related experience.
Skill in personal computers or mainframe/network systems, including spreadsheet applications.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree with course work in accounting, finance, or business administration desired.

Responsibilities

Applies knowledge of bookkeeping, budgeting, record keeping and auditing practices.
Reads and comprehends Federal, State, and local regulations and documentation to fulfill programmatic and reporting requirements.
Prepares and communicates information, orally and in writing, in a clear and professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, agencies, and the general public.
Responsible for specific programs, departmental operating, or project account keys (or coordinating fiscal work from several programs or account keys.)
Prepares requests for journal entries and other transactions to maintain accurate and up-to-date record of costs.
Coordinates keeping of records and maintenance of fiscal/management information.
Determines appropriateness and category of charges and determine if costs are allowable based upon Federal, State, and local regulations and contract terms.
Prepares reports as may be required by funding sources.
Oversees or maintains departmental management information systems related to the collection of costs or program performance data including work orders, client data, statistical performance measurements, etc.
Monitors expenditures and/or revenues; notifies supervisor when corrective action is needed.
May be involved in any aspect of the procurement procedure, process payments, and monitor accounts payables and accounts receivable.
May assist with public outreach and communications, including attendance at meetings as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee’s qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.