Fiscal Specialist

Lee County is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Fiscal Specialist to join our Internal Services team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with numbers, keeping processes running smoothly, and supporting a team through accurate and timely financial work. As a Fiscal Specialist, you’ll process invoices, manage credit card allocations, prepare reports, assist with budget development, and help ensure financial workflows meet County standards and deadlines. This position requires accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. If you enjoy problem-solving, staying organized, and contributing to a team’s overall success, this may be a great fit. Duties and Responsibilities What You’ll Do This is a hands-on financial support role focused on processing, organization, and consistent follow-through. Daily responsibilities include: Perform relief cashiering duties as needed Process all Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, including employee reimbursements, contracted invoices, and fixed assets, in compliance with administrative codes, statutes, policies, procedures, and deadlines Ensure AP invoices are paid through OnBase within four days of receipt and document any delays Use the County credit card for approved purchases and ensure all department cardholder expenses are accurately allocated on a weekly basis Manage petty cash disbursement and reconciliation Input purchase order requests or contract lines by the end of the next workday with minimal errors Follow up on pending requisitions and coordinate with Procurement on outstanding purchase orders Run monthly expenditure and revenue reports Prepare journal entries as needed Education, Experience, Licensing Minimum Requirements Candidates must meet any combination of education and experience equivalent to specialized training in accounting or a closely related field. This may include: Completion of one year of college-level coursework or vocational training in accounting, bookkeeping, or a closely related discipline; or Equivalent relevant work experience that substitutes for education on a year-for-year basis; or A High School diploma or GED paired with substantial accounting or bookkeeping experience. And Two years of professional experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial processing, or closely related administrative support work Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Ability to meet deadlines, follow established financial procedures, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience using JD Edwards OneWorld, OnBase/Unity, Tyler Technologies, or similar financial systems Experience in accounts payable, purchase orders, or governmental financial processes Familiarity with budgeting, journal entries, or internal billing workflows Strong organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and documentation Experience working in a governmental or public-sector financial environment Ideal Candidate The Ideal Candidate Is Someone Who Works with precision, consistency, and strong attention to detail Stays organized and manages multiple deadlines effectively Communicates clearly and professionally with internal departments and vendors Consistently follows financial procedures and maintains compliance with codes, statutes, and administrative guidelines Troubleshoots discrepancies and takes initiative to resolve issues Enjoys supporting a team and contributing to smooth financial operations Learns new systems quickly and adapts to evolving processes Supplemental Information Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Why Join Us? This position offers the opportunity to support essential financial operations that keep the County running efficiently and responsibly. Your work helps ensure accuracy, compliance, and smooth day-to-day operations across multiple departments. Joining Our Team Means Stable full-time employment with local government Health and wellness benefits Retirement benefits through the State of Florida Opportunities for professional growth and skill development A supportive team environment that values accuracy, reliability, and collaboration A role that makes a real impact on internal operations and financial stewardship About Our Team Our team works hard to make sure financial and purchasing processes run smoothly. We value accuracy, teamwork, and helping each other succeed. Join us to grow your skills in a supportive, professional environment. About Lee County Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government. Emergency Response/Recovery Activities All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: Health Benefits Medical Insurance Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) Optional Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) Short-Term Disability Sick Leave Pool Flu vaccinations Wellness Programs Financial Benefits Florida Retirement System (FRS) Two Retirement Plan Options: FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Financial Savings/Management Programs Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union Employee Leave Benefits Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually Paid Sick Leave Paid Vacation Leave Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave Family and Medical Leave Military Family & Medical Leave Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. #J-18808-Ljbffr