Utilities Accountant

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays and 2 floating

18 days paid time off

Low-cost medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Florida Retirement System

Job summary

Orange County Utilities in Orlando, FL is seeking a Utilities Accountant to audit compliance and manage financial reporting for the Water and Wastewater Systems. You will support accounting functions, billing systems, and revenue reconciliations in a public-sector environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with major coursework in accounting and one year of experience; familiarity with CC&B and Advantage is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, with major coursework in accounting and one (1) year experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the administration of developer agreements and other contracts and agreements related to the Water and Wastewater Systems.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly financial, revenue, consumption, statistical, and management reports, including trend analyses and key performance metrics.
• Assists with audit requests by preparing financial schedules, supporting documentation, and account analyses.
• Assists in developing, modifying, and maintaining the utility billing system to support accurate financial and customer account information.
• Maintains and reviews revenue and maintenance fee schedules and related financial information.
• Performs revenue and billing reconciliations, including accounts receivable, customer deposits, and other related general ledger accounts.
• Performs month-end and year-end accounting close activities, including reconciliations, adjustments, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinates with Utilities Customer Services personnel to maintain and reconcile capacity availability information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with major coursework in accounting

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Fiscal and Operational Support Division provides support services to the Director’s Offices and all Utilities divisions, including financial management of the department’s two Enterprise Funds and the Special Revenue Fund, accounting, information technology, procurement, warehouse and inventory management, facilities maintenance and management, safety administration, communications and agreements management. The Fiscal and Operational Support Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Utilities Accountant. This position is responsible for auditing compliance with procedures and ensuring proper supporting documentation is organized and submitted to Finance.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Responsible for the administration of developer agreements and other contracts and agreements related to the Water and Wastewater Systems.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly financial, revenue, consumption, statistical, and management reports, including trend analyses and key performance metrics.
• Assists with audit requests by preparing financial schedules, supporting documentation, and account analyses.
• Assists in developing, modifying, and maintaining the utility billing system to support accurate financial and customer account information.
• Maintains and reviews revenue and maintenance fee schedules and related financial information.
• Performs revenue and billing reconciliations, including accounts receivable, customer deposits, and other related general ledger accounts.
• Performs month‑end and year‑end accounting close activities, including reconciliations, adjustments, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinates with Utilities Customer Services personnel to maintain and reconcile capacity availability information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, with major coursework in accounting and one (1) year experience.

Preferences

Prefer applicants with knowledge in CC&B and Advantage.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 08/21/2026

Close Date: 09/03/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 015 - From $25.00 to $28.75

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Utilities

Fiscal and Operational Support Division

9150 Curry Ford Road

Orlando, FL 32825

Notes

Working Hours: 40

Work schedule: Monday – Friday / hours are 8am – 5pm

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre‑employment drug, physical and background check.