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MyFlorida ACCOUNTANT I - 64004371 in ST PETERSBURG, Florida
ACCOUNTANT I - 64004371
Date: Oct 1, 2024
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Requisition No: 838540
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ACCOUNTANT I - 64004371
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64004371
Salary: $1570.34 biweekly + CAD $24.80
Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2024
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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.
***Internal Posting***Accountant I- Accounts Payable
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Compare invoices with purchase orders to verify all information
Create invoices within Ariba on Demand, verifying goods and services have been received by the program departments
Research and analyze invoices for duplicate payments
Provide support to program staff relating to accounts payable and travel policies and processes
Prepare journal transfers
Reconcile FLAIR encumbrance file with tracking spreadsheets
Assist with training of staff for STMS and Works systems
Maintain tracking spreadsheets and notify program staff of issues with timeliness compliance
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position :
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to an accounting program.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to sit quietly at desk for extended periods of time to complete assignments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Skill in use of personal computer and applicable software including Excel and Word.
Skill in use of basic office equipment including phone, fax and copiers.
Qualifications:
Minimum-
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to an accounting program
Aptitude to work independently and as part of a team
Skill in using basic office equipment, including phone, fax, and copiers
Preferred-
Experience in accounts payable or auditing
Experience working with Ariba on Demand
Experience working in FLAIR
Knowledge of State of Florida Travel reimbursement policies and procedures
Knowledge of State of Florida State Purchasing Card policies and procedures
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
St. Petersburg Center: 205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr St N. St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
ST PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33701
Nearest Major Market:Tampa