ACCOUNTANT III - SES - 64027094

Requisition No: 847247 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ACCOUNTANT III - SES - 64027094

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64027094 

Salary:  $55,000.00 ANNUALLY 

Posting Closing Date: 02/28/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BROWARD COUNTY

ACCOUNTANT III – SES - 64027094

FINANCE & ACCOUNTING

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.

When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a professional accounting position requiring independent judgement and minimum supervision in the performance of internal control and internal audit function regarding the fiscal operations of the Agency. This position reports to the County Health Dept Financial Admin-Hlth and meets the requirements as defined in Chapter 447.203, (5) Florida Statutes.

Prepares all cash reconciliations on a timely and accurate basis, investigating and resolving all errors and recommending corrective actions or alternative procedures to reduce or eliminate error repetition. Performs annual internal control assessment, recommending corrective action or procedural change to strengthen internal control. Completes or coordinates the completion of the annual Internal Control Questionnaire. Performs cash counts, at least quarterly, on funds held by cashiers at various locations. Reviews all daily cash transactions. Records the transfer of the deposits in FLAIR to the Department of Financial Services (DFS). Answers queries from DFS regarding deposits, investigating and resolving all issues. Audits the inventory of pharmaceuticals, vaccines and dental drugs.

Develops internal control audits of any and all fiscal functions of the Agency. All audits as to follow generally accepted auditing guidelines and to focus on both internal controls and adherence to State of Florida and Department of Health laws, regulations and policies. Renders assistance to auditors from other entities performing examinations on the Agency’s activities, fiscal records and or reports. Leads in the preparation of the annual Medicaid Cost Base Reimbursement Report. Performs special audits and studies as directed by the Financial Administrator or Director.

Performs other duties as assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
2. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university or college.
3. Accounting experience.
4. Experience working with financial/budgetary codes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Certified Internal Auditor certification.
2. Five (5) years of accounting experience.
3. Five (5) years of experience working in an audit environment.
4. Two (2) years of experience working with state of Florida accounting systems.

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:

BROWARD COUNTY

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: 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.