OPS ACCOUNTANT IV - 77900036 1

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Competitive state benefits

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in Tallahassee is seeking an OPS Accountant IV to manage grants, perform audits, and ensure compliant financial reporting. The role emphasizes Florida PALM proficiency, solid accounting experience, and cross‑functional collaboration within the Revenue and Grants Section.

Responsibilities include grant billing, cost tracking, monthly reconciliations, and federal report submissions, with normal business hours and mandatory background checks.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in accounting or financial management, with one (1) year of experience processing reimbursements, billing, or financial reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Audit and reconcile grants in the Revenue and Grants Section.
• Complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system.
• Establish and maintain electronic files for each grant including budgets, amendments, invoices, and reports.
• Conduct monthly audits of the grants management system for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain monthly grant cost tracking sheets and coordinate billing approvals.
• Prepare and process grant billings, create revenue coding forms, and ensure accurate recording.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and ensure timely grant closure.
• Submit federal reports by internal deadlines (monthly, semi-annual, annual, interim, final).
• Monitor Period of Performance for grants to complete reports timely.
• Serve as FBO Grants Unit contact for assigned grants and policy queries.
• Collaborate with Revenue Section and other offices to support agency operations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Professional accounting

FLAIR knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

FLAIR system

Job description

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Requisition No:884465

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS ACCOUNTANT IV - 77900036 1

Tallahassee, Florida- $25.00/Hour, up to 40 hours per week

** Subject to Available Funding **

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:

• Three (3) years of experience in accounting or financial management, with one (1) year of experience processing reimbursements, billing, or financial reporting.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university may be used in lieu of one (1) year of the required experience in processing expenditures, billing disbursements, or financial reporting.

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. Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibilities will relate to auditing and reconciling grants in the Revenue and Grants Section.
• 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.
• Establish and maintain an electronic file for each grant/contract to include the grant award or final contract, budget details, if applicable, amendments, email communications, invoices, and financial reports.
• Conduct comprehensive monthly audits of the grants management system to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational policies and funding requirements.
• Maintain monthly grant cost tracking sheets by updating expenditures, revenues, and division-provided information, and coordinate with divisions to obtain billing approvals and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and process grant billings by drawing down eligible funds, generating and submitting invoices, and creating revenue coding forms to ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of payments.
• Perform monthly reconciliations on cost tracking sheets. Ensure grants are closed in a timely manner.
• Complete and submit federal reports by established internal and external deadlines. This includes, but is not limited to, monthly, semi-annual, annual, interim, and final federal reports.
• Monitor Period of Performance for each grant to complete federal reports in a timely manner.
• Serves as the FBO Grants Unit contact for assigned grants responsible for answering questions related to the division’s awards. This may include, but is not limited to, RATS entry information, agency grant policies, and a cost-tracking sheet.
• Works collectively as a team with the Revenue Section and other offices and divisions to achieve organizational goals and support agency operations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the position:

• Professional accounting skills, FLAIR knowledge, Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
• Ability to develop and monitor policies and procedures relating to grant in-aid programs.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data relating to grant-in-aid programs.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to grant-in-aid programs.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• *Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants mayenjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family whilemaintaininglow 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, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307

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.