ACCOUNTANT II - 64006291

Requisition No: 870846 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ACCOUNTANT II - 64006291

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006291 

Salary:  $34,760 - $36,000 

Posting Closing Date: 03/01/2026 

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Job posting category Open 64006291 Accountant II

Your Specific Responsibilities:

WIC is the Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children. The Alachua WIC Program covers a 10-county area. This is a high-level position that provides logistical support to the WIC program. The Accountant II serves as the purchasing agent and provides accounting, auditing, invoicing, payment and budgetary support functions for the WIC project and other agreements. The incumbent must possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be able to meet the core competencies regarding budget responsibilities and the computer skills to navigate the budget.

Assists in the preparation of the program's annual operating budgets and agreements that impact the budgets.

Monitors budget performance of various contracts and agreements in established financial systems. The incumbent in this position is required to satisfactorily complete the following trainings in TRAIN at least 30 days prior to the beginning of each annual budget cycle established in the RPI process: FDOH FIRS-Our People, FDOH FIRS-Fiscal Reports and FDOH FIRS-Budget Module L4. The incumbent will serve as a Level 4 Budget Manager to include the preparation and monitoring of annual budget for assigned program area. This will require reviewing and monitoring of OCA budgets and EAR completion all WIC employees. The incumbent is required to review assigned program budgets and OCA balances monthly and at a minimum meet with the CHO Business Office quarterly to make any necessary budget adjustments.

Maintains and balances payroll records for WIC staff. Reconciles and maintains fiscal records for agency staff.

Prepares the WIC and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BPC) monthly reports of program operations. Interacts with appropriate fiscal personnel in performance of daily responsibilities. Assures WIC staff meets all deadlines for submission of reports, vouchers, and other documents.

Processes purchases orders, manages lease agreements and any other related purchases and expenses for the program. Trains purchasing requestors in the correct procedures, rules, and laws of purchasing. Serves as contact person for the department purchasing needs and helps assure timely processing of paperwork related to purchases and payments. The incumbent works with vendors, related to purchases and price quotes and handles all requisitions and purchases for the Agency. Office and lab supply inventory and management. Order and maintains printed materials.

Serve as WIC fleet coordinator. Coordination of training for fuel card usage and managing car maintenance, monthly vehicle logs reports, and staff paperwork.

Manages additions, deletions, updates, and changes to Asset Management System for WIC property.

Provide budgetary and purchasing support to the Florida Healthy Babies program.

Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity and appropriate access for all information both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy or electronic formats. Completes EARS and timesheets on a weekly basis and completes certification. Completes mandatory meetings and trainings as designated by State, Federal, WIC, and local authority by deadline assigned.

Performs all other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient with Microsoft Excel. Experience with inventory management and purchasing experience. Ability to prioritize, organize, and schedule

work assignments Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner Ability to maintain effective customer service skills in stressful situations

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to lift 15-20 lbs.

Qualifications:

Minimum - a year of experience managing a budget and a year of experience managing an inventory.

Preferred - Experience with State of Florida purchasing through MFMP/AOD

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:

224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville 32641

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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.

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.