People First Service Center
ACCOUNTANT II - 64084415
People First Service Center, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Career Service Accountant II – Lee County Department of Health
The Accountant II position involves the application of professional accounting techniques to a variety of fiscal transactions in the Accounts Payable & Receivable Department. The incumbent shall adhere to all Accounting and Purchasing state and local guidelines. This position is under the supervision of the Accounting Services Supervisor II-SES. The incumbent is responsible for auditing and processing invoice payments through the State of Florida MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and Purchasing Card (P-card) systems; researching vendors’ outstanding payments, receivables; as well as providing support to Program Managers in the day-to-day financial operations of the organization.
Account Payables
Performs voucher processing of invoices.
Audits for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with state rules and procedures; ensures FLAIR coding adheres to DOH-Lee programmatic guidelines.
Processes vendor payments via MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) or Purchasing Card system.
Audits and approves MFMP orders.
Maintains and reconciles vendor payments in AOD/WORKS, approving daily activities.
Responsible to receive all Services/Goods in AOD/WORKS, to process payments.
Processes warrant cancellations, requests duplicate warrants as necessary.
Responsible for reviewing and scanning vouchers in database for audit purposes.
Maintains fiscal ledgers for monthly and recurring payments.
Audits Encumbrance for variances and/or discrepancies.
Responsible for keeping encumbrance balance up to date.
Maintains Collocated Matrix database for accuracy.
Verify codes and keeps spreadsheet for OCO items.
Processes corrections and adjustments to internal/external payable transactions.
Responsible for Journal Transfers to DOH Headquarters and other entities.
Purchasing Card
Processes and clears Level 1 and 2 Purchasing card charges within 5 working days.
Reviews and approves, as Final Auditor, all P-Card transactions in Purchasing System (Works) Act as WORKS Champion.
Account Receivables
Serves as back-up for revenue reconciliation as needed.
Assists with deposit FLAIR input as needed.
Serves as back-up to Revenue Accountant to count-cash received to ensure dual-control.
Back up for receiving, distributing, and keeping track of Invoices for Accounting and Mail for all DOH Departments.
Processes Disbursements Monthly Online Reconciliation by 15th of each month. Processes AIMS report monthly. Maintains AIMS database.
Miscellaneous related duties required, including, but not limited to, monthly copier readings, and record management functions for Accounting Department. Process all the orders for office supplies for Accounting and Billing Department. Takes vehicles to Fleet for periodic services. Serves as back-up to DOH-Lee Travel Champion in aiding DOH-Lee staff regarding travel questions or issues. Must stay current on all travel rules and regulations and participate in travel-related conference calls and training.
Information Custodian Designee:
This position has the responsibility of being the Information Custodian Designee for the Finance & Accounting information set and will perform related duties as defined in DOHP 50-10.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position.
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
Skill in operating a personal computer.
Ability to prepare financial statements and reports.
Ability to design and implement accounting systems.
Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records.
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to operate general office equipment.
Ability to organize and maintain filing systems.
Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner.
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools, i.e., stapler, scissors, etc.
Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically.
Ability to follow instructions, to review data for accuracy & completeness.
Other Job-Related Requirements
Emergency Duty: Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural.
This position will abide by all state and federal laws, rules, and DOH policies and procedures.
Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
Transporting Confidential Information: This position is authorized to transport confidential information outside of established DOH‑Lee facilities and must comply with parameters defined in DOHP 50‑10.
This position is classified as sensitive. This individual will perform tasks defined as sensitive and handles confidential information. Background screening is a condition of employment.
Working Hours Daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Total hours in workweek: 40. May be required to work additional hours as needed.
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:
Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work Fort Myers
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
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 ).
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.
Location FT MYERS, FL, US, 33901
Nearest Major Market Fort Myers
Nearest Secondary Market Cape Coral
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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.
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.
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/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
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.
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Account Payables
Performs voucher processing of invoices.
Audits for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with state rules and procedures; ensures FLAIR coding adheres to DOH-Lee programmatic guidelines.
Processes vendor payments via MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) or Purchasing Card system.
Audits and approves MFMP orders.
Maintains and reconciles vendor payments in AOD/WORKS, approving daily activities.
Responsible to receive all Services/Goods in AOD/WORKS, to process payments.
Processes warrant cancellations, requests duplicate warrants as necessary.
Responsible for reviewing and scanning vouchers in database for audit purposes.
Maintains fiscal ledgers for monthly and recurring payments.
Audits Encumbrance for variances and/or discrepancies.
Responsible for keeping encumbrance balance up to date.
Maintains Collocated Matrix database for accuracy.
Verify codes and keeps spreadsheet for OCO items.
Processes corrections and adjustments to internal/external payable transactions.
Responsible for Journal Transfers to DOH Headquarters and other entities.
Purchasing Card
Processes and clears Level 1 and 2 Purchasing card charges within 5 working days.
Reviews and approves, as Final Auditor, all P-Card transactions in Purchasing System (Works) Act as WORKS Champion.
Account Receivables
Serves as back-up for revenue reconciliation as needed.
Assists with deposit FLAIR input as needed.
Serves as back-up to Revenue Accountant to count-cash received to ensure dual-control.
Back up for receiving, distributing, and keeping track of Invoices for Accounting and Mail for all DOH Departments.
Processes Disbursements Monthly Online Reconciliation by 15th of each month. Processes AIMS report monthly. Maintains AIMS database.
Miscellaneous related duties required, including, but not limited to, monthly copier readings, and record management functions for Accounting Department. Process all the orders for office supplies for Accounting and Billing Department. Takes vehicles to Fleet for periodic services. Serves as back-up to DOH-Lee Travel Champion in aiding DOH-Lee staff regarding travel questions or issues. Must stay current on all travel rules and regulations and participate in travel-related conference calls and training.
Information Custodian Designee:
This position has the responsibility of being the Information Custodian Designee for the Finance & Accounting information set and will perform related duties as defined in DOHP 50-10.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position.
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
Skill in operating a personal computer.
Ability to prepare financial statements and reports.
Ability to design and implement accounting systems.
Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records.
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to operate general office equipment.
Ability to organize and maintain filing systems.
Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner.
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier, and small hand tools, i.e., stapler, scissors, etc.
Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically.
Ability to follow instructions, to review data for accuracy & completeness.
Other Job-Related Requirements
Emergency Duty: Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural.
This position will abide by all state and federal laws, rules, and DOH policies and procedures.
Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
Transporting Confidential Information: This position is authorized to transport confidential information outside of established DOH‑Lee facilities and must comply with parameters defined in DOHP 50‑10.
This position is classified as sensitive. This individual will perform tasks defined as sensitive and handles confidential information. Background screening is a condition of employment.
Working Hours Daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Total hours in workweek: 40. May be required to work additional hours as needed.
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:
Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work Fort Myers
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
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 ).
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.
Location FT MYERS, FL, US, 33901
Nearest Major Market Fort Myers
Nearest Secondary Market Cape Coral
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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.
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.
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/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
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.
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