OPS ACCOUNTANT II - 64964593

Requisition No: 843905 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ACCOUNTANT II - 64964593

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64964593 

Salary:  $17.50 to $18.00/hour 

Posting Closing Date: 01/10/2025 

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Job posting category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

  This position serves as an OPS Accountant II and reports to the Assistant County Health Department Director  This position provides professional support and technical assistance to the DOH-Volusia staff, community agencies and the general public.  This position requires knowledge of eligibility, accounts payable, contracts, filing, scanning, medical billing/coding, eligibility and client sercies data entry and management.  This postion requires knowledge of Ryan White Patient Care Part B services, ADAP and HOPWA.  The ability to use computer databases to complie data and create reports.  The incumbent is primarily responsible for assuring data entry is performed accurately and timely in order to preport needed information for continued funding and eligibility for all assigned programs.

Receives, reviews and approves provider and vendor invoices for payment within established timeframes. Match invoices with authorization documents. Contact appropriate parties to resolve discrepancies. Package approved invoices and forward to contracted vendor for payment on a weekly basis. Audit contracted vendor invoices submitted to the Department for accuracy, completeness and compliance with departmental rules and procedures. Enter client service data into the CAREWare system. Maintains fiscal responsibility of Food Vouchers and Bus Passes for client distribution.  Work with Case Managers to ensure compliance and tracking.  Inspects, processes, and approves provider’s invoices for payment within established timeframes in accordance with Section 215.422, F.S.

Serves as Contract Manager responsible for the day to day management of the contracts between the HIV/AIDS Program Office. Division of Disease Control, Bureau of Communicable Disease and the designated Lead Agency for patient care.  Responsible for management of all HIV/AIDS contracts at or under $100,000.00 for all HIV/AIDS contracted entered into between the HIV/AIDS Program Office, Tallahassee and local service providers in accordance with DOHP 250-14 Contractual Services Policy and Procedures.  Inspect, process, and approve provider’s invoices for payment within established timeframes in accordance with Section 215.422, F.S.  Maintain all required documentation in the shared files in accordance with Department of Health contract management requirements.  Submit reports in the AIDS Information Management (AIMS) database on a monthly basis. Enters monthly invoice data generated from Finance and Accounting or the HIV/AIDS Contract Manager. Initiate the AIMS report each month and coordinate with AIMS manager at the AIDS Program office in Tallahassee. Enter client service and First Time This Year (FTTY) data into AIMS for monthly submission for both Volusia and Flagler counties. 

Miscellaneous Activities:

Attends and participates in general staff meetings, staff development, such as team/staff meetings and in-service/continuing education.

Attends computer skills training classes as needed.

Performs related duties as necessary including public health services during disaster.

Maintains timely submission of EARs and timesheets.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and internal controls

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures

Ability to prepare financial statements and reports.

Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

Must have knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and internal controls

Must have knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures

Must have ability to prepare financial statements and reports.

Must have ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.

Must have at least one year of professional experience in accounting, financial management or budgeting

Preferred -

Experience with the Health Management System (HMS), CareWare and MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP)

Experience working with accounts payable and accounts receivable

Budget and/or financial management experience

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 Health - 1845 HOLSONBACK DR. DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32117

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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: http://www.sss.gov 

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 (1-877-562-7287). 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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.