ACCOUNTANT IV - 64083222

Requisition No: 818202 

 

Agency: Department of Health

 

Working Title: ACCOUNTANT IV - 64083222

 

Position Number: 64083222 

 

Salary:  $39,796.00 - $52,000.00 

 

Posting Closing Date: 12/11/2023 

 

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

DIVISION OF DISABILITY DETERMINATIONS

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

TITLE:  ACCOUNTANT IV

POSITION LOCATION: TALLAHASSEE / LEON COUNTY

POSITION #:    64083222

SALARY:         $39,796.00 - $52,000.00

 

 Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a professional accounting position that maintains numerous detailed ledgers for federal and state reporting.  This position prepares data collection and maintenance of detailed ledgers for hours report reporting.  This position independently applies professional accounting techniques in the performance of difficult accounting work involved in the reconciliation of Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) records with the Chief Financial Officers (CFO’s) Appropriation Ledgers.  The incumbent must have a working knowledge and understanding of CFO and department accounting procedures, including types of transactions, transaction requirements and use, content and arrangement of reports, coding schemes, DOH peripheral accounting systems input and the relationship of accounts used in the CFO and FLAIR ledgers. The incumbent in this position must be knowledgeable of accounting principles, Florida Statutes (FS), Florida Administrative Code (FAC), FLAIR, MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP), WORKS, and DDD client information system. 

Responsible for auditing and processing disbursement payments, which includes but not limited to contract payments, medical payments, purchase orders, and purchasing card payments, utilizing various systems while following established statutory and departmental guidelines. Process correction entries for disbursement payment errors.

Responsible for compliing, distributing and reviewing vouchers schedules utilizing the electronic voucher system. Prepare voucher schedules for submission to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  Also review vouchers and complete the daily medical transmission. Monitor the Reporting Distribution System (RDS) batch error report. May act as record custodian for DDD Finance & Accounting records.

Responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and reconciling encumbrances, purchase orders, and purchasing card transactions. Monitors and reports prompt payment compliance for medical and non-medical invoice payments.

Responsible for researching and logging payment inquiries, hotline inquiries, and internal customer issues. Ensures all processing is completed in a timely manner. Follow up with vendors via telephone, email or letter as appropriate for payment issues, refunds or re-payments. Assist with verifying and updating federal tax identification numbers, legal names, physical and remit to address in DDD client information system and FLAIR vendor files.

Reviews work completed by others within Finance & Accounting for accuracy and adherance to established policy. May compile monthly, quarterly and annual internal quality reports.

Responsible for the reconciliation of state and federal funds. This reconciliation is performed for state reporting which includes preparing daily, monthly, and quarterly reports.  Responsible for assisting with the annual financial statements by providing detailed accounting information to DOH.

Responsible for completing various reports including: hours reporting, processing cash refunds and 

warrant cancelations, reconciliation of departmental and CFO ledgers, reconciliation of funding

authorization and requesting cash draws.

Responsible for Federal Grant Reporting including preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual Federal Financial obligation reports. Assists with preparation of special cost analysis and budgetary studies. Performs indirect cost reconciliation by Federal Fiscal Years.

Responsible for processing, researching and logging returned warrants. May include completing stop payment/duplicate warrant requests and communicating with vendors utilizing various methods. Track, update and maintain returned warrant log.  

Assists supervisor as needed, maintains desk procedures, assists State and Federal Auditor, backup to other accountants within F&A and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to use Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR), MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP), P-Card WORKS

Knowledge of and ability to use the divisions internal systems (AS400, DCPS and PCOMM)

Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Knowledge of Florida Statutes 215.422 (Prompt Payment) and 112.061 (Travel)

Knowledge of Florida Administrative Code Chapters 69I-24 and 69I-40

Ability to compile, review and analyze accounting data

Ability to use general office equipment

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Skills and ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing

Skills and ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work assignments

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 3 years of accounting experience.

At least 2 years of FLAIR experience.

Experience reviewing, auditing and/or paying invoices.

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:

Tallahassee

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 participation in direct deposit.

Your conditional job offer and access to Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) systems, data, information, and/or premises are contingent upon you passing the SSA suitability process.

*Note: This covers the preliminary screening (pre-screen) and the final background adjudication stage of the suitability process.

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.

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. 

Salary : $39,796 - $52,000