ACCOUNTANT II

ACCOUNTANT II

This is not a remote worker (telework) position. Salary range: $1,336.92 - $1,724.46 biweekly. Salary is negotiable based on experience. This position has been identified as mission essential. The incumbent in this position may be required to work during the weekend or on holidays. In addition, mission essential personnel will be required to work during disasters, to include but not limited to, work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency work may involve the incumbent to work in another county or staffing location to assist other State Agencies with emergency work. A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work involved occurs daily and is time sensitive. The individual in this position is expected to report to work daily and on time.

The duties and functions of this Accountant II position include, but is not limited to, the following: Responsible for accounting activities in the Disbursements Section of the Bureau of Financial Services. These duties require knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) System and the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) accounting procedures. All disbursements shall adhere to Section 215.422, F.S. (prompt payment), Section 112.061, F.S. (travel), Chapter 69I-40, F.A.C., DFS guidance (such as memos, Reference Guide for State Expenditures, etc.) and all other financial or audit requirements. Conducts an audit review of travel reimbursements and/or approval of Purchasing Card (PCard) payments to ensure that reimbursements are completed; adequately supported; in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and accounting standards; and properly authorized. Serves as a backup for processing inter-agency payments and/or unencumbered payments in FLAIR and assists when needed with payments processed in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP). All payments include an internal audit review to determine the validity of the invoices processed. Perform a review of documents to ensure proper documentation is on file, the three-date stamp is completed correctly, and the invoice is accurate and in compliance with state rules. Review account coding to ensure transactions are properly recorded and established procedures are followed. Performs daily quality assurance review of the Disbursements Section vouchers. Ensure that vouchers are accounted for and filed according to the Bureau of Financial Services' rules and regulations. Assists in the development of a Mentorship Program by attending internal workshops to identify issues or potential efficiencies for program implementation. Responds to travel and voucher inquiries from vendors, program offices, the Vendor Ombudsman, and DFS in a thorough and timely manner. Perform all necessary research to resolve discrepancies and disputes. Participates in the certified forward process by establishing payables for all prior year invoices or payments due as of June 30th. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

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:

• Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage)
• Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
• State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
• Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
• Training opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Shared Savings Program for select medical services
• Lower copays for prescription drugs
• Health and Wellness discounts

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures;
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program and invoice processing;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications Requirements: Two (2) years or more of accounts payable experience. One (1) year or more working with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or its equivalent; and
• A Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and two (2) years of professional accounting experience; or any combination of non-professional or professional experience and college education of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours for each year, provided such education includes two courses in accounting, can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience; or
• A Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university or possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certificate and one (1) year of professional accounting experience.
• One (1) year or more of processing non-revolving credit cards/Purchasing Cards through a web-based and web-accessible solution called Works or through another web-based or electronic system.
• One (1) year or more of processing travel by using the State Travel Management System (STMS) or by using another web-based or electronic system.

Contact: Pamula Ferrell View phone number on click.appcast.io

Location: Tallahassee, FL, US, 32308