OPS ACCOUNTANT III - 77905069 1

My Florida CFO; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premiums $25.00 Single / $90.00

Biweekly health benefits

Job summary

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an OPS Accountant III in Tallahassee. The role involves preparing invoices, monitoring billing cycles, entering Revenue Agreements and Contracts, and processing refunds and mail tasks to support financial operations. Office hours are 8:00 A.M.

to 5:00 P.M. Eastern, with no telework. Minimum qualifications include two years of bookkeeping or related experience, or an associate degree substitute.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative support experience.
• An associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) per Florida statutes.
• Office hours are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time; not eligible for Telework.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mail billing invoices for Revenue Agreements and Contracts.
• Monitor billing cycles for Revenue Agreements and Contracts.
• Enter Revenue Agreements and Contracts into tracking system.
• Maintain current copies of all Revenue Agreements and Contracts and amendments.
• Receive, open, prepare and scan all incoming mail.
• Prepare and return payments that cannot be processed or deposited.
• Enter and maintain the Return to Sender tracking log.
• Prepare and process refunds to external customers.
• Prepare and scan completed deposits into Laserfiche.
• Complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Attention to detail

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Laserfiche

Florida PALM

Adobe Pro

Outlook

Job description

OPS ACCOUNTANT III – 77905069 1

Tallahassee, Florida–$22.00/Hour, up to 40 hours per week

** Subject to Available Funding **

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative support experience.
• An associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume. Information should be provided about any employment gaps.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

PREPARE INVOICES FOR PAYMENT:

Prepare and mail billing invoices for Revenue Agreements and Contracts.

MONITORING:

Monitor billing cycles for Revenue Agreements and Contracts.

Enter Revenue Agreements and Contracts into tracking system.

Maintain current copies of all Revenue Agreements and Contract along with Amendments.

MAIL PROCESSING:

Receive, open, prepare and scan all incoming mail.

RETURN TO SENDER PROCESSING:

Prepare and return payments that are unable to process or deposit.

Enter and maintain the Return to Sender tracking log.

REFUNDS:

Prepare and processes refunds to external customers.

SCANNING:

Prepare and scan completed deposits into Laserfiche document management system.

The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Pro
• Possess good customer service, telephone and clerical skills
• Knowledge of Chapter 215.422, F.S. – The Prompt Payment Law
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of accounting records.
• Ability to analyze, research, report and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to understand and apply the appropriate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
• Ability to work independently, and to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to handle detailed work activities and assignments within a complex automated accounting system.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to act on changing priorities and responsibilities
• Ability to organize and file documents

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly

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

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.