ACCOUNTANT III - 64080612
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
Requisition No: 759481
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ACCOUNTANT III - 64080612
Position Number: 64080612
Salary: $34,320.00
Posting Closing Date: 04/17/2023
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
ACCOUNTANT III - CS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
TALLAHASSEE
SALARY: $34,320.00
DESCRIPTION
This is a professional position responsible for performing a wide variety of accounting and auditing functions in the Bureau of Finance & Accounting Disbursements Section. The incumbent in this position should have a working knowledge of My Florida Market Place (MFMP), Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR), Florida Statutes 215.422, 287 and 112.061.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Perform accounting functions associated with the auditing and scheduling of payments to vendors, providers, and other agencies. Responsible for recording, collecting, reconciling, reporting, research, and maintaining accounting records. Analyze disbursement data and record the appropriate transaction in MFMP and the FLAIR system. Must verify invoices and assure compliance with the terms of the purchase orders, contracts and journal transfers (JT).
Produce vouchers for submission to Department of Financial Services for payment. Research past due balances, vendor complaints, and request from the supervisor. Track all unpaid vouchers to ensure proper posting by the Department of Financial Services, State of Florida.
Prepare invoices for payment by obtaining and auditing supporting documentation, including purchase orders, contracts and journal transfers, receiving report, correspondence, etc. Select correct transaction and enter into MFMP or FLAIR.
Monitor pending invoices for compliance with Prompt Payment Compliance. Inform supervisor in a timely manner of all pending invoices that are 15 days old per the three transaction criteria as established by the state law. Adequately document circumstances, which may have caused a disbursement transaction to be over 20 days.
Responsible for processing returned and deleted vouchers from the Department of Financial Services.
EXAMPLES OF JOB CHARACTERISTICS
Analyzing Data or Information |
Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
Getting Information Needed to Do the Job |
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
Processing Information |
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data. |
Evaluating Information Against Standards |
Evaluating information against a set of standards and verifying that it is correct. |
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others |
Providing consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics. |
Communicating With Other Workers |
Providing information to supervisors, fellow workers, and subordinates. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer. |
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events |
Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events. |
Interacting with Computers |
Controlling computer functions by using programs, setting up functions, writing software, or otherwise communicating with computer systems. |
Updating and Using Job-Relevant Knowledge |
Keeping up-to-date technically and knowing one's own jobs' and related jobs' functions. |
Monitoring and Controlling Resources |
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Mathematics |
Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including one or more of the following: arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications |
Reading Comprehension |
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents |
Information Gathering |
Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information |
Judgment and Decision Making |
Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action |
Identifying Downstream Consequences |
Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations |
Problem Identification |
Identifying the nature of problems |
Systems Evaluation |
Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy |
Solution Appraisal |
Observing and evaluating the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts |
Coordination |
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions |
Management of Personnel Resources |
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job |
Economics and Accounting |
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data |
Administration and Management |
Knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination, and execution. This may include strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods |
English Language |
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar |
Clerical |
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems |
Critical Thinking |
Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches |
Identification of Key Causes |
Identifying the things that must be changed to achieve a goal |
Speaking |
Talking to others to effectively convey information |
Monitoring |
Assessing how well one is doing when learning or doing something |
Law, Government and Jurisprudence |
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process |
Writing |
Communicating effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience |
Customer Service |
Acknowledging customer’s needs with active listening, appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication, and providing effective resolutions. |
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:
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
Telework available upon approval after training period.
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.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee