Requisition No: 842844 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: Anticipated Vacancy - ACCOUNTANT IV - 64080676 Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 64080676 Salary: $42,244.80 Posting Closing Date: 12/23/2024
Total Compensation Estimator ToolOPEN COMPETITIVEThis is a professional accounting position that is responsible and technical in nature and requires some analytical skills to review and prepare financial reports. It is responsible for the preparation of various state financial reports from routine to those that are complex in nature. This position is responsible for maintaining complete records, worksheets, schedules and ledgers necessary in completing required state, local and private foundations reports, as well as analyses, forecasts, and reports for management. This position requires one to be knowledgeable in accounting systems, financial analysis, information systems and financial reporting. This position provides technical assistance in the planning, developing, implementing and monitoring of programs and fiscal policies and procedures.Prepare invoices needed for monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual billings. Ensure expenditures are compliant with the approved grant/contract awards. Monitor award appropriations, budget and projected expenditures and recommend necessary budget changes. This includes reviewing the grant award and setting up cost objectives for the grant. Financial cost objectives are those expenditure data elements specific to the grant. This requires knowledge of FLAIR reports. Ensure expenditures are in compliance with the approved grant award. Prepare financial reconciliations to ensure financial data (expenditures and cash draws) is accurate. Prepare financial reports required by state, federal or local grantors agencies based on financial analysis of grant awards, cash draws (income/revenue), support for indirect costs, and summaries of direct costs and verification of allowable expenditureResponsible for verifying Cash Draws made by Letter of Credit (LOC) unit and serves as backup to the Cash Draw process.Process expenditure corrections in the FLAIR accounting system as assigned by the grant supervisors.Maintains files, electronic & paper, in accordance to OBRM procedures. Provide supporting documentation to the supervisor when a federal, state, legislative, independent, or internal audit is being conducted or request for information has been received. Consult with and provide analytical and technical assistance to the department program offices staff in the preparation of state plans, grant applications, and revenue contracts in assuring compliance with financial and administrative requirements. This includes the interpretation of federal and state financial laws and regulations for specific programs. Provide state governmental accounting guidance capturing the financial expenditure data for all assigned grants.Preparation of various management reports for use by all levels of management up to and including the Surgeon General of the department. These reports may include but will not be limited to statement of federal grant, grant cash analysis, federal earnings compared to budgets, completion of accounts receivable spreadsheet during dual year processing and cost studies requiring monitoring and analytical review of revenues, expenditures and budgets.Cross train with staff within Office of Budget and Revenue Management to help ensure adequate desk coverage and to gain knowledge of the division's operations. Perform other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and proceduresKnowledge of the methods of compiling/data collection and analyzing dataKnowledge of monitoring techniquesKnowledge of FLAIRKnowledge of Florida State Governmental AccountingKnowledge of federal reporting requirements Knowledge of Department of Health's Financial Information System (FIS)Knowledge of Department of Health's Grant SystemSkilled in Microsoft products, especially proficient in EXCELAbility to review, analyze, and evaluate financial dataAbility to interpret and examine financial records and dataAbility to conduct financial data research and prepare analysesAbility to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for financial dataAbility to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work and activities relating to the financial data Ability to work independentAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to recognize the validity, authenticity, and propriety of accounting and financial records
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:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:Florida Department of Health4052 Bald Cypress WayTallahassee, FL 32399
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 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 www.myfrs.com);
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please be advised:Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-###-####). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-###-####). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: