Accountant III: Government Disbursements & GAAP

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Public holidays

State Group Insurance options

Pension/retirement plan options

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Accountant III in Tallahassee. This role lives in the Disbursements Management Unit, handling audit, classification, and vouchering of financial obligations including land purchases, contracts, and grants.

Primary duties include GAAP-based analysis, financial reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this government accounting position.

Qualifications

• At least three years of verifiable experience in accounting or governmental accounting.
• Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience.
• Foreign degree evaluations may be required for equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Audit, classify, and vouchering of financial obligations including purchases and grants.
• Monitor and reconcile revenue, disbursements, and expenditures for accuracy.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and provide budgeting recommendations.
• Audit and process accounts payable/receivable in line with policy.
• Assist with pre-audit and payment processing of expenditures.

Skills

GAAP understanding

Verbal communication

Written communication

Policy compliance

Data analysis

Budgeting basics

Education

Post-secondary degree substitution allowed

Job description

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Accountant III in Tallahassee. This role lives in the Disbursements Management Unit, handling audit, classification, and vouchering of financial obligations including land purchases, contracts, and grants.

Primary duties include GAAP-based analysis, financial reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this government accounting position.