Turnpike -Accountant

Turnpike – Accountant Location: Ocoee, FL Contract: 1 year Description DOT Ocoee Turnpike - Accountant - Must have 3-5 years experience at intermediate/advanced level Excel skills with formulas, sorting, filtering data, Pivot Table, XLOOK UP, or V LOOKUP. Preparation of financial reconciliations, analysis, construction work-in-progress ledger, mid-year and year-end closing entries and process. Work Environment Professional office environment. A successful candidate must be able to multi-task and take initiative to troubleshoot issues that may arise. Ability to accept constructive criticism with a “team player” attitude and excellent work ethic for the success of the department. Proficient in Excel and government accounting. Job Description Preparation of financial reconciliations, analysis, construction work-in-progress ledger, mid-year and year-end closing entries and process. Preparation and presentation of the Turnpike System's financial information as required by GAAP, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Financial Services (DFS) requirements. Assist with the Turnpike's year-end and mid-year financial reporting closing processes. These processes include, but are not limited to, the preparation of necessary accrual, adjusting and/or correcting entries, analyzing pre-closing trial balances for accuracy and appropriateness, and ensuring all Department closing requirements are met in a timely manner. Research capital project expenses and reclassify them as fixed assets. Review and evaluate current processes relating to financial reporting and reconciliations. Recommend improvements as deemed appropriate and develop action plans for their implementation. Document policies and procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Ability to review fiscal data for accuracy and completeness. Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr Software Technology, Inc.