Financial Services Coordinator - Fire Rescue and EMS

Salary: $64,625.60 Annually
Location : 2586 Partin Settlement Rd., Kissimmee, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02973
Department: EMERG SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Description of Duties
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
Under general direction, the purpose of the position is to perform routine to moderately complex budgeting and accounting work in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices, established policies and procedures, departmental guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements. Employees in this job classification assist with preparation, auditing, reconciliation, recording, processing, balancing and distribution of financial and budget-related data.


This position primarily supports the Financial and Compliance Manager in the development, implementation, analysis, and monitoring of budgetary programs and operations. The role works collaboratively with internal and external partners, including the Office of Management and Budget, Procurement, and the Comptroller, to ensure accurate financial reporting, fiscal accountability, and compliance with applicable standards.
Essential Job Functions
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
• Performs technical budget analysis work by reviewing funding requests and making recommendations for operating funds and capital outlay appropriations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assists in the review and evaluation of the annual operating budget, capital budget, and capital improvement plan; continuously monitors departmental expenditures and revenues and provides informed budgetary recommendations.
• Prepares and analyzes a wide range of financial documentation related to funds and budgets; reconciles internal reports; analyzes discrepancies against general ledger and job ledger accounts; prepares budget amendments, supplements, and transfers; and performs diverse account and budget management functions.
• Monitors departmental or unit revenues and expenses to ensure expenditure control, compliance with funding and reporting requirements, and adherence to policies and standard accounting procedures; reviews financial records and transaction activity to ensure accuracy and proper updates.
• Generates weekly, monthly, and annual financial statements and budget-to-actual reports; prepares purchase requisitions for equipment, supplies, and professional services as needed.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and documenting special projects, new departmental procedures, performance standards, contracts, and statistical reports.
• Administers grant programs by coordinating with external agencies, monitoring expenditures, and completing required financial reporting; manages billing and payment tracking for hazardous materials incidents.
• Assists with the procurement of goods and services by entering solicitation requests and coordinating with the Procurement Office throughout the procurement process.
• Performs contract monitoring for departmental agreements by ensuring annual funding availability, maintaining active contracts through extensions or new solicitations, and facilitating reimbursement from State and Federal sources for disaster- and weather-related expenses incurred within the County and during out-of-county deployments; maintains confidentiality in the performance of all job duties.
• Provides assistance related to departmental operations, policies, special projects, and programs.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience : Two (2) years of responsible experience in budget, finance, or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


Miscellaneous : Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Considerable knowledge of generally accepted standard accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of the application of statistical concepts and methods as applied to the analyses of budget management, accounting and revenue projecting.
• Current knowledge of industry, regulatory and legislative developments affecting budgeting, accounting and financial reporting functions to ensure application to areas of responsibility.
• Thorough knowledge of basic bookkeeping and general accounting principles and techniques.
• Skill in performing moderately complex mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and efficiently; intermediate level business mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and decimals.
• Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment and standard software applications, e.g. word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to communicate professionally, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work, prioritize, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimum direction.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral or schedule form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with co-workers, department management, businesses and other fiscal organizations.
Physical Demand Requirements:

Physical Demand: Light

• 20 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to2/3ofthe work time ) lifting, carrying up to10 lbs.
• If less lifting involved will require significant walking/standing.
• If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eye sight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.


Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we're here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

Employee

Employee + 1

Family

Health-HRA Base

$0.00

$130.46

$202.93

HRA Buy-Up

$37.60

$174.33

$271.19

Dental Base

$0.00

$12.72

$23.42

Dental Buy-Up

$3.35

$19.24

$32.63

Vision

$3.42

$6.84

$9.15

Short-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Long-Term Disability

$0.00

N/A

N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee's weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County's Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

Accruals Per Month

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

S ick Leave Accruals

Classification

Accruals Per Month

Full time employees

8 hours

Part time employees

4 hours

Paid Holidays

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday (to be chosen by the Employee)

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank

Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program

Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave

Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee's current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System

The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2025, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.63%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program

We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field? If yes, list degree type and major/concentration. If no, list N/A.
02


Explain and list your years of experience in budget, finance, or accounting. (Must be demonstrated in "Work Experience" section of Employment Application.) If none, list N/A.
03


Describe your knowledge of basic bookkeeping and general accounting principles and techniques. (Must be demonstrated in "Work Experience" section of Employment Application.) If none, list
04


Do you possess a Valid Driver's License, if so, from what State?
05


Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

06


Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, please make sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)
Required Question