GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 48003484

State of Florida

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Government Operations Consultant I position involves highly technical duties, combining the skills of a deposit accountant and analyst. This role requires sophisticated and complex accounting analysis and report preparation to ensure timely and accurate financial reports. The incumbent will be responsible for processing all receipts and performing accounting work related to Federal and State programs, as well as student financial aid programs. The ideal candidate should possess a working knowledge and understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures, along with methods of data collection and analysis. The role demands an individual who can excel under tight timeframes with competing deadlines, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.

Requirements

Experience working in Florida Accounting Information Resource System (FLAIR).
Experience with State deposits.
Experience with Revenue transactions.
Experience using Excel.

Responsibilities

Receives and processes daily deposits from various sections of the Department. Verifies the total of each deposit is accurate, process remote deposits and prepare deposit slips for the bank. Distribute copies of deposits when necessary. Primarily responsible for the following program areas: Commission for Independent Education (CIE) and Education Practices Commission (EPC).
Ensures deposits are verified timely by the State Treasury.
Review and interpret financial reports that are generated in FLAIR and Apple, and provide a cash analysis for the Payment Management System (PMS) draws.
Process current year refunds for different areas.
Review funds that are rejected/returned and process those returns.
Processes Gross Receipt notification by Department of Revenue (DOR) and transmits to State Treasury.
Records the refund of cash for refunds/warrant cancellations and stop payments requested from other areas--Approval Step.
Prepares and records deposit for the scan log to be scanned daily.
Assembles material that will be sent to archive.
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
Annual Leave - All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month.
Sick Leave - Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month.