City of Fort Myers
Overview
The City of Fort Myers strives to be an employer of choice and many employees pursue long-term careers here. The salary shown represents the full range for this position, from entry to later career. NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE. FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive:
NO
Level II Background:
NO
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, perform diversified entry-level professional accounting, accounts payable and/or treasury duties.
Process purchase orders and invoice payments, and interact with vendors and departments to resolve payment questions.
Assist with reconciliation of monthly statements and research incomplete invoices.
Maintain and review accounting and fiscal records, ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, and reconcile balance sheet accounts daily.
Handle billing, collections, receipting and depositing customer payments; reconcile accounts receivable and interact with customers and departments to resolve payment questions.
Essential job responsibilities vary based on assigned function.
Housing Division – Financial Support
When assigned to the Housing Division, perform financial support functions related to grant-funded activities with a primary focus on accounts payable.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations governing grants, contracts, and sponsored programs.
Emergency Responsibilities
Essential Employees:
may be required to work during a declared emergency, which may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.
Non-Essential Employees:
will not be required to work during a declared emergency; the Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.
Perks and Benefits
Free city-paid employee health coverage, with option to include spouse or family
3 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
13 paid holidays
Pension plan & optional Deferred Compensation
City-paid life insurance
Optional Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
On-site Gym facility
And much more
Responsibilities – Additional Details
Track and account for all cash receipts and deposits.
Review and maintain sales tax payable schedules; submit related sales tax receipts and reports to the Florida Department of Revenue.
Record incoming ACH/wire transfers related to revenue; process returned checks; reconcile credit card statements; liaise between City departments and the bank.
Interact with vendors and/or customers to resolve discrepancies and late or misapplied payments.
Process cash reports for multiple City departments.
Research incomplete invoices with vendors/departments for missing information.
Assist internal and external customers with questions and payments.
Prepare and calculate payoff quotes related to title searches.
Review and reconcile accounts receivable between subsidiary ledger and the general ledger.
Assist in the design, production and distribution of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and/or other financial reports.
Prepare year-end audit schedules for balance sheet accounts.
This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee’s physical presence at the workplace.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Essential Functions – Housing Division
Preparing draws, processing invoices/disbursements for grant projects.
Ensuring compliance with grant guidelines.
Verifying supporting documentation for expenses (purchase orders, invoices, travel reimbursements, assistance payments).
Monitoring grant expenditures against budget and reporting variances.
Reconciling grant activity to the general ledger.
Assisting with state reporting and grant year close-out.
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes specifically tied to grants.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and accounting software.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Clear and persuasive communication in positive or negative situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, calculator, printer, copier, and fax.
Working knowledge of GAAP and GASB as they relate to municipal accounting.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
Three (3) years of accounting experience
Accounting Specialist II experience and/or training may substitute for the degree
When assigned to the Housing Division, the three (3) years of accounting experience must be in a grant-funded or nonprofit environment
Preferred:
governmental accounting experience
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work is primarily in an office environment with sedentary duties; ability to sit for long periods.
May require working hours other than the regular schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
This work may include duties not explicitly described but considered incidental to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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The City of Fort Myers strives to be an employer of choice and many employees pursue long-term careers here. The salary shown represents the full range for this position, from entry to later career. NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE. FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive:
NO
Level II Background:
NO
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, perform diversified entry-level professional accounting, accounts payable and/or treasury duties.
Process purchase orders and invoice payments, and interact with vendors and departments to resolve payment questions.
Assist with reconciliation of monthly statements and research incomplete invoices.
Maintain and review accounting and fiscal records, ensure accurate recording of financial transactions, and reconcile balance sheet accounts daily.
Handle billing, collections, receipting and depositing customer payments; reconcile accounts receivable and interact with customers and departments to resolve payment questions.
Essential job responsibilities vary based on assigned function.
Housing Division – Financial Support
When assigned to the Housing Division, perform financial support functions related to grant-funded activities with a primary focus on accounts payable.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations governing grants, contracts, and sponsored programs.
Emergency Responsibilities
Essential Employees:
may be required to work during a declared emergency, which may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.
Non-Essential Employees:
will not be required to work during a declared emergency; the Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.
Perks and Benefits
Free city-paid employee health coverage, with option to include spouse or family
3 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
13 paid holidays
Pension plan & optional Deferred Compensation
City-paid life insurance
Optional Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
On-site Gym facility
And much more
Responsibilities – Additional Details
Track and account for all cash receipts and deposits.
Review and maintain sales tax payable schedules; submit related sales tax receipts and reports to the Florida Department of Revenue.
Record incoming ACH/wire transfers related to revenue; process returned checks; reconcile credit card statements; liaise between City departments and the bank.
Interact with vendors and/or customers to resolve discrepancies and late or misapplied payments.
Process cash reports for multiple City departments.
Research incomplete invoices with vendors/departments for missing information.
Assist internal and external customers with questions and payments.
Prepare and calculate payoff quotes related to title searches.
Review and reconcile accounts receivable between subsidiary ledger and the general ledger.
Assist in the design, production and distribution of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and/or other financial reports.
Prepare year-end audit schedules for balance sheet accounts.
This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee’s physical presence at the workplace.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Essential Functions – Housing Division
Preparing draws, processing invoices/disbursements for grant projects.
Ensuring compliance with grant guidelines.
Verifying supporting documentation for expenses (purchase orders, invoices, travel reimbursements, assistance payments).
Monitoring grant expenditures against budget and reporting variances.
Reconciling grant activity to the general ledger.
Assisting with state reporting and grant year close-out.
Supporting month-end and year-end close processes specifically tied to grants.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and accounting software.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Clear and persuasive communication in positive or negative situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, calculator, printer, copier, and fax.
Working knowledge of GAAP and GASB as they relate to municipal accounting.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
Three (3) years of accounting experience
Accounting Specialist II experience and/or training may substitute for the degree
When assigned to the Housing Division, the three (3) years of accounting experience must be in a grant-funded or nonprofit environment
Preferred:
governmental accounting experience
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work is primarily in an office environment with sedentary duties; ability to sit for long periods.
May require working hours other than the regular schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
This work may include duties not explicitly described but considered incidental to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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