Senior Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist

Florida; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is seeking an Accounting Clerk III to perform essential accounting, fiscal, and clerical duties in the Finance & Accounting Section. The role supports CHD-wide functions, maintains confidentiality, and ensures compliance with state policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include handling AP/AR, auditing invoices, processing payments, and preparing financial reports and billing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounts payable/receivable processes and reconciliation practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between DFS and CHD for accounts payable activities.
• Audit invoices and supporting docs for completeness and accuracy; reconcile discrepancies.
• Process invoice payments and maintain voucher/files per policies.
• Prepare and maintain F&A reports, databases, and tracking systems.
• Assist with travel authorizations and monthly/quarterly billing to county commissioners.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Auditing

Data analysis

Written & oral communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is seeking an Accounting Clerk III to perform essential accounting, fiscal, and clerical duties in the Finance & Accounting Section. The role supports CHD-wide functions, maintains confidentiality, and ensures compliance with state policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include handling AP/AR, auditing invoices, processing payments, and preparing financial reports and billing.