FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR I - SES - 76000263

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) seeks a Finance & Accounting Director I to lead financial reporting, fixed assets, and grant reimbursements. This senior role designs policies, ensures GAAP/GAAS compliance, and prepares critical financial analyses.

The incumbent will supervise four staff members and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to support the department's mission in Tallahassee, FL.

Qualifications

• Must-have knowledge of GAAP/GAAS principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with state accounting systems (FLAIR) and Florida PALM.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data and prepare financial statements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Grants and Contracts reimbursements.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures in line with GAAP/GAAS.
• Prepare reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage four direct reports and one supervisor.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Supervisory/leadership

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s in accounting

Tools

FLAIR

Florida PALM

Excel

Access

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FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR I - SES - 76000263

Date: Oct 8, 2026

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website .

Requisition No:885201

Agency: Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle

Working Title: FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR I - SES - 76000263

*Open Competitive Advertisement*

To be considered for this position, applicant responses to qualifying questions must be clearly stated within the employment history. Software systems, actual work experience, and years of employment must be clearly defined, or the application may not be considered for the position.

The Organization

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) provides highway safety and security through excellence in service, education, and enforcement. With a workforce of approximately 4,500 employees throughout the state, the Department is leading the way to A Safer Florida through the efficient and professional execution of its core mission: the issuance of driver licenses, vehicle tags and titles, and operation of the Florida Highway Patrol.

To learn more about FLHSMV and why it’s a great place to work, visit our website at: flhsmv.gov/career

If you're seeking employment with a meaningful mission, opportunities for skill growth and career advancement, competitive medical and life insurance, retirement benefits, ample vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and educational assistance, consider building your career at FLHSMV!

Duties and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Grants and Contracts reimbursements for the Department. The incumbent must possess working knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, theory and technical skills in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS), and other comprehensive basis of accounting. This position will independently perform accounting work that is highly specialized and requires the design and development of financial policies and procedures as well as the preparation of reports and analysis in accordance with applicable standards. This position manages four direct reports, and one supervisor (with three direct reports).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, practices, theories, and concepts.
• Knowledge of state accounting system (FLAIR) and Florida PALM.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data.
• Ability to reconcile accounts.
• Ability to utilize automated spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to research and interpret accounting literature, rules and pronouncements.
• Ability to prepare financial statements, supporting documents and schedules.
• Ability to prepare financial reports.
• Ability to use sound judgment to identify problems, generate and evaluate alternative solutions, and make recommendations.
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage completing deadlines.
• Ability to research reconciliation issues and utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments.
• Skill in fiscal year-end processes, including Workiva system.
• Skill with recording leases.
• Skill in Microsoft Office applications including Access, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience preparing Florida’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for a state agency and all required forms or the preparation of financial statements for a private company.
• Experience processing transactions in FLAIR and Florida PALM.
• Experience reconciling funds and processing journal transfer corrections.
• Experience using excel pivot tables and formulas, and/or Access database to manage large volumes of financial data.
• Experience learning new systems and training staff in new procedures.
• Bachelor’s in accounting degree.

General Information

• The state of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. All selected applicants are required to provide identification and either proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the U.S. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) does not participate in employment sponsorship for work visa status (e.g., H-1B) or for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT, STEM OPT).
• Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI. Fingerprints and associated information/biometrics will be retained in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) system and fingerprints may continue to be compared against fingerprints submitted to or retained by NGI.
• In accordance with Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, male applicants who were required to register with the Selective Service System must provide proof of registration or documentation verifying exemption status during the hiring process.
• The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment and/or oral interview.
• FLHSMV employees are paid once a month on the last workday of each month. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113 Florida Statutes.

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.

Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.