Accounting Specialist II: Precision in Accounts & Reporting

Broward County Sheriff's Office; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO) invites applications for a vacancy in the Office of Business Administration. The position handles routine to moderately complex accounting tasks, maintains records, processes payroll and revenues, and prepares banking deposits.

A Florida driver’s license is required and probation must be completed by the closing date. Current BSO employees with Accounting Specialist II classification are prioritized; otherwise, qualified external candidates may be

Qualifications

• Must be a current BSO employee who has completed their probationary period.
• Minimum of two years previous experience in routine to moderately complex accounting functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate accounts and records.
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment.
• Equivalency of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates department accounting records and assigns applicable accounts.
• Performs administrative support duties for accurate maintenance of accounting tasks (filing, data entry, copying).
• Performs accounting duties such as payroll preparation, special revenues, and property/ acquisition records.
• Verifies invoices/receipts and performs checks and balances.</p>
• Generates reports and statements (spreadsheets, budgets, reconciliations) as needed.
• Handles routine inquiries about records and accounts and provides resolution or guidance.
• Performs light physical tasks and works in standard office conditions.

Skills

Accounting

Data entry

Record keeping

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Unit computer system

Job description

The Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO) invites applications for a vacancy in the Office of Business Administration. The position handles routine to moderately complex accounting tasks, maintains records, processes payroll and revenues, and prepares banking deposits.

A Florida driver’s license is required and probation must be completed by the closing date. Current BSO employees with Accounting Specialist II classification are prioritized; otherwise, qualified external candidates may be