836302 ACCOUNTANT II - 40034325

Requisition No: 836302 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: 836302 ACCOUNTANT II - 40034325

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40034325 

Salary:  $33,760.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/29/2024 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME /      CS
POSITION LOCATION:      Tallahassee, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position) 

Accountant II
OPEN COMPETITIVE

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is highly independent and specialized work in the Payment Processing Center of the Benefit Integrity Unit.  This position requires knowledge of the Reemployment Assistance Law, applicable Federal regulations, and policies and procedures of the department.  This position requires the incumbent to be quality and customer focused; to assist in improving all work processes and to assist in meeting the missions and goals of the department.  When necessary or requested, attend training and be willing to cross train to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Posts payments submitted by overpaid claimants to the appropriate overpayment account using secured computerized transactions.  This includes examining each payment along with the overpayment history and determining to which accounts the funds should be applied.  Researches and backs out applied payments and re-applies them to the correct fund or benefit year or requests refunds as directed.  Balances and prepares the daily voucher to be transmitted along with the daily receipts to the Bureau of Financial Management. This includes reconciling the payments and the voucher when errors occur.

Opens, examines, date stamps and routes mail received in the Payment Processing Center’s mailbox to the intended recipient.

Answers inquiries from claimants, employers, department staff, governmental agencies and other interested parties concerning the Reemployment Assistance (RA) program, individual claims with associated overpayments and application of the Florida RA Law.  The inquiries may be in the form of correspondence or telephone calls.  Examines overpayments at the request of other state agencies and certifies to the status of the specified claimant’s debt to the Department of Economic Opportunity.  Examines overpayment history and generates a receipt to the claimant upon request.

Reviews payments that are not identified with an overpaid claimant and determines where the payment should be applied.  Contacts other agencies and entities and secures replacement funds for payments that were sent to the above agencies or entities in error by the overpaid claimant.  Examines overpayment cases involving uncollectible checks and initiates and pursues collection of replacement funds.  Assists in monitoring all cases turned over to the State Attorney involving worthless checks.

Examines claims and overpayment histories and changes claimant addresses using secure computerized transactions.

Assists in preparing, receiving, and transmitting journal transfers to and from other state agencies.  Takes the appropriate actions in cooperation with Financial Management to generate refunds to claimants when payment received is in excess of the amount owed.  Transmits lottery crossmatch tape to the Florida Lottery.

Assists in compiling and maintaining statistical information for auditing at state and federal levels.  Assists in preparing daily detailed tracking reports necessary to ensure the proper audit trails are in place.

Performs other related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

•           Knowledge of the principles of budget preparation and administration.

•           Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.

•           Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.

•           Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

•           Ability to collect, record, and analyze data.

•           Ability to communicate effectively.

•           Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

•           Ability to solve problems and make decisions.

•           Ability to prepare financial statements and reports.

•           Ability to design and implement accounting systems.

•           Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records.

•           Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.

Qualifications:

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records. 

Minimum:.

• Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department.
• Travel may be required.

Preferred:

• Preference will be given to applicants with at least one year of professional experience in a reemployment assistance or workforce program.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have experience working with financial data/statements.

Pay: $33,760.00

Our Organization and Mission:

FloridaCommerce works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities, and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation’s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply at FloridaCommerce for positions that fit their skill sets.

FloridaCommerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service – 711.)

Let our mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/

The Work You Will Do:        

The Accountant II is a member of the Recovery Unit within Division of Workforce Services, Claims Processing.

The Difference You Will Make:

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

How You Will Grow:

FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies.  Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management. In accordance with our Vision and Mission, the employee:

• Furthers Florida’s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce’s available resources and tools.
• Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader.  We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Where You Will Work:  

Tallahassee is Florida’s Capital City and continues to grow by attracting development and new businesses. Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend.  FloridaCommerce’s main office is located in Downtown Tallahassee, the political epicenter that draws in visitors each year to visit the state’s Capitol. Each spring, the legislative session opens, and people pour in to see the Florida Legislature perform business and approve the state’s annual budget. Being in Tallahassee will guarantee you an experience vibrant with a unique experience, professional growth, entertainment, and culture.

Tallahassee is:

• Known for its beautiful parks, rolling hills and oak trees, canopied roads, hotels, dining, museums, arts, music, and natural resources (https://talgov.com/ )
• Home to major college campuses, Florida State University (FSU), Florida A & M University (FAMU) and Tallahassee Community College (TCC).
• Approximately 22 miles from the nearest beach ( https://choosetallahassee.com/beaches-near-tallahassee/ )

• Within a state having no state income tax for residents of Florida

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

*  State Group Insurance coverage options+
 (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)

*  Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)

*  Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year

*  Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

*  Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)

*  Flexible Spending Accounts

*  Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)

*  Ongoing comprehensive training provided

*  Career Growth      

*  Highly skilled, professional environment

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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.