ACCOUNTING SERVICES ANALYST A - 77061559

Requisition No: 873795 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: ACCOUNTING SERVICES ANALYST A - 77061559

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77061559 

Salary:  $1,923.08 Biweekly, $50,000 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/24/2026 

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FWC Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst A – Career Service Position with Benefits

$1,923.08 Biweekly, $50,000 annually

1875 Orange Avenue E.

Tallahassee, FL

Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst A - CS 770061559

Tallahassee, Florida - $50,000 Annually

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. 

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of experience in accounting or financial management, two (2) of which must have been experience with processing revenues, expenditures, billing or financial reports, or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience with processing revenues, expenditures, billing or financial reports can substitute for the required experience.

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume. Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities will relate to auditing and reconciling expenditures in the Financial Management Unit.

• The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position.
• Reviews Expenditure moves and correcting entries as received, tracks, researches and processes all incoming expenditure move requests submitted by FWC Divisions/Offices in a timely manner. 
• Accurately processes expenditure moves as requested using transactions 51and 58/IU.
• Reconciles moves performed In FLAIR to ensure accuracy.
• Use immediate report function in FLAIR, RDS reports and MRE reports in WebFocus/PALM/DW/BI in order to document reason for corrections.
• Inform supervisor in a timely manner of issues that may become a potential problem. Timely maintain and update Financial Management Tracking System SharePoint site daily.
• Reviews Encumbrance request for accuracy, tracks, researches, and processes of all incoming contract encumbrance requests submitted by Contract Section and/or FWC Divisions/Offices.
• Accurately processes encumbrances using transactions 60s/PO.
• Updates encumbrances for budget updates and/or releases using transaction 6SU and communicates with appropriate staff.
• Updates tracking system as needed.
• Reviews Revolving Fund request for accuracy, prints checks and maintains check register using the accounting software.
• Reconciles the checks written to the FLAIR/PALM revolving fund subsidiary ledgers, prepares deposits and bank reconciliation reports for audit by the reconciliation accountant.
• Performs script/batch uploads to FLAIR/PALM, including uploading correcting entries and budgetary allotment entries.
• Develops reports and other outputs/information extracts to support Commission financial analysis and reporting needs.
• Accurately and timely conducts FLAIR monthly and year-end closing procedures.
• Performs as Finance and Accounting (F&A) approver in Ariba on Demand (AOD).
• Sets up year-end payables.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position:

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, methods of reviewing and analyzing financial data, and basic management principles and practices
• Knowledge of Florida Reference Guide to State Expenditures
• Ability to assess budgetary needs and formulate policies and procedures
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations; and to document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments; to communicate in writing and verbal effectively; to work independently, to solve problems and make decisions; and, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

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

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.