State of Florida
Accountant IV – 64081478
Agency : Department of Health
Pay Plan : Career Service
Salary : $36,036.00 – $39,796.61
Posting Closing Date : 10/29/2025
Responsibilities
Process and audit contract payments ensuring all payment requirements complied and processed within FLAIR.
Process and audit Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), Memorandum of Understanding, grants, legislative provisions, and interagency agreements.
Create voucher documents in FLAIR for a wide variety of accounting transactions.
Process returns and deletions from the Department of Financial Services.
Handle journal transfers, settlement agreements, contractual services, corrections, and miscellaneous items.
Resolve discrepancies with the public, vendor, and program office.
Respond to oral and written inquiries regarding payment and account status.
Research and correct disbursement discrepancies.
Maintain accurate payment logs for all processed payments.
Provide technical training and support to contract managers and contract administration staff.
Assist with year‑end processing, including the certified forward process and creation of payables.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of effective verbal and written communication, accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
Problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Basic computer software skills, including database/spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
Research skills to find errors in reconciliation of expenditures and cash reports.
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health 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: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.
Location 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, FL
Benefits
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Tuition waivers.
And more!
Additional Qualifications Security background check, drug screening, and direct deposit are required. Social Security Number (SSN) is required for the 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, must register with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have an exemption letter. Veterans preference applies to eligible candidates. Veterans must attach supporting documentation such as DD Form 214.
All applicants must complete Form I‑9 and the information will be verified using the E‑Verify system. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Veterans’ Preference Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, eligible veterans will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Veterans may receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Veterans must attach supporting documentation with each submission, including character of service (e.g., DD Form 214). Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Pay Plan : Career Service
Salary : $36,036.00 – $39,796.61
Posting Closing Date : 10/29/2025
Responsibilities
Process and audit contract payments ensuring all payment requirements complied and processed within FLAIR.
Process and audit Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), Memorandum of Understanding, grants, legislative provisions, and interagency agreements.
Create voucher documents in FLAIR for a wide variety of accounting transactions.
Process returns and deletions from the Department of Financial Services.
Handle journal transfers, settlement agreements, contractual services, corrections, and miscellaneous items.
Resolve discrepancies with the public, vendor, and program office.
Respond to oral and written inquiries regarding payment and account status.
Research and correct disbursement discrepancies.
Maintain accurate payment logs for all processed payments.
Provide technical training and support to contract managers and contract administration staff.
Assist with year‑end processing, including the certified forward process and creation of payables.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of effective verbal and written communication, accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
Problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Basic computer software skills, including database/spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
Research skills to find errors in reconciliation of expenditures and cash reports.
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health 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: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.
Location 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, FL
Benefits
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Tuition waivers.
And more!
Additional Qualifications Security background check, drug screening, and direct deposit are required. Social Security Number (SSN) is required for the 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, must register with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have an exemption letter. Veterans preference applies to eligible candidates. Veterans must attach supporting documentation such as DD Form 214.
All applicants must complete Form I‑9 and the information will be verified using the E‑Verify system. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Veterans’ Preference Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, eligible veterans will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Veterans may receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Veterans must attach supporting documentation with each submission, including character of service (e.g., DD Form 214). Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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