OPS ACCOUNTANT IV - 77909280

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people. Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in accounting or financial management, with one (1) year of experience in account reconciliation, processing revenues/disbursements, or financial reporting, or A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be used in lieu of one (1) year of the required experience in account reconciliation, processing revenues/disbursements, or financial reporting.
• Satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
• Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume.
• Information should be provided about any employment gaps.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of financial reconciliation methods.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational practices.
• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system.
• Oversee the monthly reconciliation process for Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) project activity across multiple trust funds, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with fund-specific requirements.
• Analyze project revenues, expenditures, and financial movements across all related trust funds.
• Monitor and reconcile expenditure transfers and adjustments, verifying proper authorization and compliance with established accounting standards and internal controls.
• Maintain detailed and organized reconciliation records to support audits, internal reviews, and external reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement reconciliation procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Coordinate with NRDA staff to resolve discrepancies and ensure consistent financial reporting across projects.
• Support the development of policies, templates, and tools for consistent tracking of revenues, expenditures, and expenditure moves.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• Low Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• OPS FICA Alternative Retirement Plan
• On the Job Trainings
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level