SENIOR FINANCIAL SERVICES ACCOUNTANT - 55000729

State of Florida • FL

82d • $44,033 - $59,575

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. As a Senior Financial Services Accountant in the Disbursement Operations Office, you will audit and process contract/written agreement payments using statewide and agency unique accounting systems.

Requirements

• Three years of professional business work experience.
• An associate's degree can substitute for two years of the required work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of contract terminology and statutory regulations.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
• Skills in performing work that requires a high level of attention to detail.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with customers.
• Ability to work in a team environment with shared tasks.

Responsibilities

• Audit and process contract/written agreement payments for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, directives, policies, procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Audit electronic contract invoices and review new contracts processed in the Contract Invoice Transmittal System (CITS) for mathematical accuracy and compliance with Florida Statutes.
• Resolve contract/invoice issues and/or discrepancies with project managers.
• Provide assistance/training to project managers and consultants concerning the agency’s invoicing procedures and invoice formats.
• Maintain records of contract/supporting documents and update payment ledgers for transactions processed on contracts.
• Reconcile payment ledgers against Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) encumbrance balance.
• Prepare voucher schedules for permanent record retention in accordance with Department of State and Department of Transportation policies.
• Scan, index and convert payment documents to required electronic format for storage and retrieval.
• Process all standard and electronic mail for Financial Services including date stamping of all invoices and other documents received.
• Reconcile the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) payment voucher schedules to the pending vendor invoices.
• Audit and process Right of Way court deposits, orders of taking, land payments and moving expenses.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees