State of Florida
Overview
Requisition No:860746 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: Accountant IV - 77073266 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number:77073266 Salary: $45,000.02 Posting Closing Date: 09/23/2025 FWC Finance and Budget Office Accountant IV – Career Service Position with Benefits $1,730.77 Biweekly, $45,000.02 Annually 1875 Orange Avenue E., Tallahassee, FL Finance and Budget Office — Accountant IV - 77073266 Tallahassee, Florida- $45,000.02 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) years of which must have been processing disbursements, billing or financial reporting; or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience processing disbursements, billing or financial reporting 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 relate to auditing and reconciling grants in the Revenue and Grants Section. Establish and maintain an electronic file for each grant/contract to include the grant award or final contract, budget details, amendments, email communications, invoices, and financial reports. Ensure agreement details in the Revenue Agreement Tracking System (RATS) match agreement documents. Communicate with Divisions for any needed updates or clarification. Retrieve all expenditures and revenues for assigned grants and/or contracts to be included in the cost tracking sheet. Update grant details on the cost tracking sheet at least monthly, including expenditures, revenues, and updates provided by the Divisions. Work with Divisions for billing approval to complete cost tracking sheets. Draw down amounts due from the Federal banking system (ASAP) or create and send invoices for billing amounts. Create Revenue Coding Forms for all billings to ensure that payments, when received, are coded correctly into FLAIR. Perform monthly reconciliations on cost tracking sheets. Ensure grants/contracts are closed in a timely manner. Complete and submit federal reports by established internal and external deadlines, including monthly, semi-annual, annual, interim and final federal reports. Monitor Period of Performance for each grant to complete federal reports in a timely manner. Serve as the FBO Grants Unit contact for assigned grants and/or contracts, answering questions related to the division’s awards (e.g., RATS entry information, agency grant policies, cost tracking sheets). Work collectively as a team with the Revenue Section and perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Professional accounting skills, FLAIR knowledge, proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication. Knowledge of the methods of data collection. Ability to develop and monitor policies and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques and to work independently. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments and communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Why should I apply?
Benefits
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 the myFlorida benefits page. 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. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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Requisition No:860746 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: Accountant IV - 77073266 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number:77073266 Salary: $45,000.02 Posting Closing Date: 09/23/2025 FWC Finance and Budget Office Accountant IV – Career Service Position with Benefits $1,730.77 Biweekly, $45,000.02 Annually 1875 Orange Avenue E., Tallahassee, FL Finance and Budget Office — Accountant IV - 77073266 Tallahassee, Florida- $45,000.02 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) years of which must have been processing disbursements, billing or financial reporting; or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience processing disbursements, billing or financial reporting 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 relate to auditing and reconciling grants in the Revenue and Grants Section. Establish and maintain an electronic file for each grant/contract to include the grant award or final contract, budget details, amendments, email communications, invoices, and financial reports. Ensure agreement details in the Revenue Agreement Tracking System (RATS) match agreement documents. Communicate with Divisions for any needed updates or clarification. Retrieve all expenditures and revenues for assigned grants and/or contracts to be included in the cost tracking sheet. Update grant details on the cost tracking sheet at least monthly, including expenditures, revenues, and updates provided by the Divisions. Work with Divisions for billing approval to complete cost tracking sheets. Draw down amounts due from the Federal banking system (ASAP) or create and send invoices for billing amounts. Create Revenue Coding Forms for all billings to ensure that payments, when received, are coded correctly into FLAIR. Perform monthly reconciliations on cost tracking sheets. Ensure grants/contracts are closed in a timely manner. Complete and submit federal reports by established internal and external deadlines, including monthly, semi-annual, annual, interim and final federal reports. Monitor Period of Performance for each grant to complete federal reports in a timely manner. Serve as the FBO Grants Unit contact for assigned grants and/or contracts, answering questions related to the division’s awards (e.g., RATS entry information, agency grant policies, cost tracking sheets). Work collectively as a team with the Revenue Section and perform other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Professional accounting skills, FLAIR knowledge, proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication. Knowledge of the methods of data collection. Ability to develop and monitor policies and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques and to work independently. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments and communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Why should I apply?
Benefits
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 the myFlorida benefits page. 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. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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