ACCOUNTANT II

Accountant II

This is an independent professional accounting position. The responsibilities and duties of this position involves the application of accounting techniques to a variety of fiscal transactions. This position is an integral part of an organizational unit with a broad scope of responsibilities. As such, the job duties require skills and abilities to maintain a wide variety of complex accounting and financial records. This position contributes to the independence of Florida's elders by ensuring that the Aging Network Providers are paid timely. This position is not a teleworking position, and the incumbent is required to report to the DOEA office in the area it serves.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, ranging from $40,639.68, annually.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review and audit vendor invoices for accuracy and process them for payment.
• Enter expenditure data and related encumbrance transactions into the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) System and MyFlorida Marketplace (MFMP).
• Verify voucher summary reports and prepare vouchers for submission.
• Record financial data in the Automated Contract Management System (ACMS).
• Maintain organized payment files with proper supporting documentation.
• Assist in reconciling the department's balances with master file records on a periodic basis.
• Conduct research and provide data to both internal (employees) and external (vendors or auditors) customers upon request.
• Assist in managing agency accounting files, including voucher documentation, canceled warrants, and other related materials.
• Conduct travel audits and manage the FLAIR transactions within STMS to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist with PALM project tasks and testing requirements
• Provide support for projects assigned to the accounting division, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Complete additional tasks and assignments as directed, ensuring timely and accurate execution in accordance with department standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of FLAIR transactions, Department of Financial Services' voucher auditing rules, state expenditure guidelines and Florida Statute 215.422.
• Ability to record and verify information with a high degree of accuracy, meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to make informed decisions.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply basic accounting and auditing principles and procedures.

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 employee benefits including: State Group Health Insurance Coverage; $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer); Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available; Annual and Sick Leave benefits, 10 paid holidays each year; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click Flexible Spending Accounts; and Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!