ACCOUNTANT I

Accountant I - 64064102This is a professional position responsible for performing a wide variety of accounting and auditing functions in the Bureau of Finance & Accounting Disbursements Section. Specific responsibilities include but not limited to: performing accounting functions associated with the auditing and scheduling of payments to vendors, providers, and other agencies; recording, collecting, reconciling, reporting, research, and maintaining accounting records; tracking all unpaid vouchers to ensure proper posting by the Department of Financial Services, State of Florida; monitoring pending invoices for compliance with Prompt Payment Compliance; adequately documenting circumstances, which may have caused a disbursement transaction to be over 20 days; auditing & preparing invoices for payment by obtaining and auditing supporting documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, and journal transfers, receiving report, correspondence, etc.; selecting correct transaction and keying it into AOD or FLAIR; processing returned and deleted vouchers from the Department of Financial Services; analyzing disbursement data and recording the appropriate transaction in AOD and FLAIR systems; producing vouchers for submission to Department of Financial Services for payment.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) Customer services experience Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and provide consultation to others Ability to work independently Ability to obtain information from all relevant sources to accomplish specific task. Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data Ability to utilize problem solving techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.Qualifications: Minimum qualification - Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the position. Preferred qualifications- One year working experience of My Florida Market Place (MFMP) / Ariba On Demand (AOD), Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR), Florida Statutes 215.422, 287 and 112.061, Chapter 691-24, and 69I-40 Florida Administrative Code and Reference Guide for State Expenditure Handbook . Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts. Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values: Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.Where You Will Work: 4052 Bald Cypress Way Tallahassee, FLThe 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: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click ); Flexible Spending Accounts. Tuition waivers. And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit .