ACCOUNTANT IV - 50009182

Accountant IV - 50009182

This is a professional and independent accounting position performing work involving independent application of a variety of accounting skills to a major phase of the financial / accounting and general program of Florida is For Veterans, Inc. (FIFV). The incumbent is responsible for performing state financial / accounting and general activities for FIFV, as required to ensure compliance with state and federal applicable laws. This position also supports other fiscal activities and property accounting of the agency.

Minimum requirements include two (2) years of professional employment experience in accounting, fiscal and / or financial management areas, proficiency in the use of computer applications; Microsoft Excel / Office and Internet, and successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test.

Preferred qualifications include experience with Government accounting, FLAIR, ARIBA / MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP), advanced skill in Microsoft Excel, participation in the preparation and reconciliation of trial balance accounts, intermediate level of proficiency with performing fiscal studies, analyzing acquired data, and making recommendations on course of action based on that study, ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper and timely completion of work assignments, including multiple and complex projects, and working knowledge and / or accounting experience with the State of Florida government or county / city experience.

Essential functions include the ability to research, understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, ability to work independently, ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Examples of work include supporting Florida is for Veterans, Inc. (FIFV) staff as it relates to the operational budget allocated to our department, coordinating and processing the annual advance payment and monthly invoices to FIFV, assisting in the special research and analysis projects as required, assisting in preparation of fiscal month end and year-end analysis and reconciliations, performing as back up to Professional Accountant for grant and CIP-related responsibilities, back up the division My Florida Market Place Requester ordering of office supplies and other miscellaneous purchase (seminars, furniture, training, etc.), maintaining and updating the monthly cash flows spreadsheets for the agency, preparing cash positions reports and related month end cash balance reports, preparing Investment Interest by 15th of the month, assisting the Professional Accountant Specialist for property accounting maintenance and physical inventories, and performing other duties as assigned.

Language proficiency required is English, verbal and written. Knowledge and skills include knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures; excellent communication skills (written and verbal); excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, etc.); highly motivated and works well in a team environment; strong organizational skills. Abilities include preparing financial statements and reports; designing and implementing accounting systems; preparing and maintaining a variety of accounting records; analyzing and interpreting accounting data; understanding and applying applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to an accounting program; planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments; communicating effectively; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others; working independently; and utilizing problem solving techniques.