Accounting Specialist I (Public Works) Position Available In Osceola, Florida

Accounting Specialist I (Public Works) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 1 Courthouse Square, Kissimmee, FL 34741 General Description of Duties

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS

INTERNAL

CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to perform advanced and specialized accounts payable functions according to generally accepted standard accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work. Employees in this job classification function at an entry level to accomplish assigned functions according to established schedules, calendars, projects, and programs of the assigned department. Work includes preparation, review, reconciliation, recording, processing, balancing and distribution of financial and related data, e.g., payments, funds processing, accounting records and reports, budget amendments. Essential Job Functions The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Supports the department in planning, organizing, and implementing accounts payable goals and objectives; coordinates and integrates all activities toward achievement of established goals and objectives. Examines expenditures to monitor budget compliance; maintains and updates critical logs, records, backup files, lists, and accounts, as applicable to the assigned functional area.

Balances various general ledger accounts:

prepares, processes, and posts various billings/payments/revenues/monies/funds received by the assigned work unit; processes payments or invoices; accounts for all funds processed daily. Maintains various databases, case file inventory and schedules; generates a variety of records, lists, forms, reports and/or statements relating to department functions; prepare, issue renew or evaluate requests for bids and/or proposals prepares a variety of fiscal documentation, e.g., debit memorandums, cash receipts, deposit slips, transaction logs. Performs verification and reconciliation tasks for fund accounting transactions according to department checks and balances procedures; performs follow up on billing, invoices, and/or customer accounts, as applicable to assigned department. Ensures all functions under charge are performed according to generally accepted standard accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work. Performs basic accounting duties such as paying and tracking invoices, issuing purchase orders and change orders. Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

Two (2) years’ experience in accounting support work

Miscellaneous:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to effectively work with staff comprised of entry and journey level employees engaged in carrying out accounting support functions. Thorough knowledge of pre-established local, state, and federal policies, procedures and regulatory requirements applicable to the work. Thorough knowledge of generally accepted standard accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work. Thorough knowledge of basic bookkeeping and general accounting principles and techniques. Skill in performing moderately complex mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and efficiently; intermediate level business mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and decimals. Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment and standard software applications, e.g., word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications. Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files, knowledge of administrative support functions, e.g., records maintenance, data analysis, reports processing, documentation proofing. Ability to communicate professionally verbally and in writing. Ability to organize work, prioritize, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimum direction. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, or schedule form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with co-workers, department management, businesses, other fiscal organizations, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand:

Sedentary 20 pounds maximum lifting. Occasional (up to 1/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Some occasional walking or standing 0may be required. Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear. Good eyesight for protection and safety of self and others.