FINANCIAL EXAMINER/ANALYST I - 43004068

Requisition No: 874535 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: FINANCIAL EXAMINER/ANALYST I - 43004068

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43004068 

Salary:  $38,264.04 - $84,533.60 

Posting Closing Date: 05/07/2026 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

DIVISION: FUNERAL, CEMETERY, AND CONSUMER SERVICES

BUREAU: FINANCIAL SERVICES

CITY: ORLANDO

COUNTY: ORANGE

Requirements:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience in accounting, finance, economics, or risk management. A post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Economics, Finance, or Accounting may be used as an alternative for years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year experience conducting audits or examinations of financial documents. 
• Ability to follow directions and complete task(s) assigned in a timely and efficient manner.
• Must have the ability to operate a computer and be knowledgeable in the use of various spreadsheets and word processing software. 
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic accounting or auditing principles; Knowledge of the methods of compiling, analyzing, and presenting data; Knowledge of monitoring techniques; Knowledge of basic mathematics; Knowledge of Chapter 497; Ability to review, analyze and evaluate data; Ability to examine financial records; Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; Ability to conduct research and prepare reports; Ability to probe and obtain critical facts; Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques; Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; Ability to communicate effectively; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Ability to recognize the validity, authenticity and propriety of accounting and operating records; Ability to work independently.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Approximately 75-100% of this job will require travel.  A valid driver’s license is required. Occasional overnight travel is often required.   Overtime and weekend work may be required. 

The salary range for this position is $38,264.07 - $84,533.60. The starting salary is expected to be at or near the minimum base range, commensurate with experience.

Employees are paid based on monthly pay cycle (40 hours per week).

This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

If applicable, (Incumbent of position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.)

• This position will be responsible for the following in reference to Chapter 497, Florida Statutes:

1. 1. 1. Conduct simple, regulatory compliance examinations and assist with complex examinations as directed
      2. Conduct regulatory inspections and complaint investigations as directed
      3. Comply with the mandatory annual and other inspection schedules for licensees and developed examination schedules
      4. Review and analyze reports and documents submitted by licensees, trustees, accountants and others
      5. Maintain records on inspections, examinations, and investigations
      6. Assist in scheduling compliance examinations and/or inspections as directed

• Answer questions and inquiries from the public or licensees relative to the statutes or established policies and procedures.

• Assist with consumer services outreach presentations involving chapter 497.

• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.  

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.

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.