ACCOUNTANT III

Accountant III - 37001526

This Accountant III position is in the Revenue Unit of the Bureau of Finance and Accounting, under the Division of Administrative Services. Primary responsibilities will relate to the preparing and processing deposit refunds, bank deposits for funds received by the Department and reconcile deposits with accounting systems. Ensure all receipts are timely deposited and accurately recorded in the accounting records. Functions are performed in accordance with the Florida Chief Financial Officer's rules and regulations, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, Department policy and procedures, DMS rules and regulations and FLAIR requirements. Responsible for working with varied intermediate level Agency financial and accounting records applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Monitors and reconciles revenue, disbursements, expenditures, and other financial related activity ensuring accuracy and compliance. Monitors and balances account and researches and resolves discrepancies. Compiles and analyzes financial data, prepares detailed financial reports, and provides budget and/or accounting related recommendations to management for decision making process. Recommend changes to processes, policies, and procedures. May audit and process accounts payable and/or receivable and related paperwork in compliance with state and Agency policies and procedures. Responsible for the pre-audit and payment processing of expenditures relating to purchases made by the department which include recurring charges, reimbursements, purchasing card transactions, and other payment requests submitted.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication; administrative principles and practices; methods of data collection; and basic management principles and practices. Ability to: Review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements; evaluate an analyze grants management activities; Conduct fact finding research; develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals, and other written documents; utilize problem solving techniques; work independently; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications: At least three years of verifiable related experience in accounting or governmental accounting. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.

Pay: This position is hiring at $42,200.04 per year.

Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work: This position is located at the Carr Building, 3800 Commonwealth Blvd., Tallahassee, Florida.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: 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 (For more information, please click ); Tuition waivers; Total Compensation Estimator Tool And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit

Special Notes: DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location: Tallahassee, FL, US, 32399