Auditing & Compliance Accountant Specialist

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Financial Services in Tallahassee is seeking a Professional Accountant Specialist to conduct audits of state funds, produce summaries, and report findings to management.

Responsibilities include supporting management studies, completing special projects, and ensuring compliance with Florida statutes, rules, and agency policies. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, theories, and concepts.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to examine, audit, and evaluate financial records.
• Ability to research, understand, and apply Florida Statutes, administrative rules, policies and procedures, and other guidelines governing agency contracts, grant agreements, and related disbursements.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to conduct audits and prepare audit reports.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications.
• Ability to research and interpret accounting literature, rules, and pronouncements.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to effectively communicate information verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conducts audits of State funds based on established audit plans and work programs. Provides written summaries and reports that document the work performed, communicates the review results, and identifies noncompliance with State laws, rules, and Department guidelines.
• Assists with performing management studies of state entities, programs, and processes, complete assigned special projects, and communicate the results to management. Assists in producing reports, correspondence and other work papers that accurately reflect the scope, objectives and methodology used during the audit.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing principles

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Florida Department of Financial Services in Tallahassee is seeking a Professional Accountant Specialist to conduct audits of state funds, produce summaries, and report findings to management.

Responsibilities include supporting management studies, completing special projects, and ensuring compliance with Florida statutes, rules, and agency policies. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.