Government Accounting Specialist - Grants & Budgets

ESCAMBIA COUNTY; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee health clinic

Employee fitness centers

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ESCAMBIA COUNTY in Pensacola, FL is seeking a full-time accountant/auditor to perform accounting and auditing tasks, maintain financial records, and prepare reports and payroll-related figures. The role involves internal controls, journal entries, and grant management, with potential interaction with outside agencies.

The ideal candidate holds a 4-year degree and has experience in government accounting, GAAP, and budgeting, ready to support fiscal planning and compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field plus three years of accounting experience.
• Combination of education and experience may satisfy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve payables and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Prepare, submit, review, and analyze reports, reconciliations and statements.
• Manage contracts and grants and monitor related expenditures.
• Represent the department in meetings and training sessions.

Skills

GAAP

Cash management

Accounting records

Auditing

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Job description

ESCAMBIA COUNTY in Pensacola, FL is seeking a full-time accountant/auditor to perform accounting and auditing tasks, maintain financial records, and prepare reports and payroll-related figures. The role involves internal controls, journal entries, and grant management, with potential interaction with outside agencies.

The ideal candidate holds a 4-year degree and has experience in government accounting, GAAP, and budgeting, ready to support fiscal planning and compliance efforts.