Financial Manager

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requisition no:867169

agency: department of law enforcement

working title: financial manager -  1 1

this position is responsible for the management and supervision of the department’s activities relating to accounts payable. Work includes the management of the fdle purchasing card program, travel reimbursements, other disbursements subject to florida statute 215.422 f.s., identification and resolution of operational and management problems in these areas. This position uses independent judgment managing and supervising subordinates performing varied accounting and administrative responsibilities within the financial management bureau.

specific duties include:

• recommending travel reimbursement and pcard management policies to maximize efficiency and effectiveness, as well as ensure compliance with florida statutes, rules and department policies;
• ensuring invoices are processed in accordance with established time frames and procedures;
• interfacing with departmental members, state agencies, vendors and others as necessary;
• interpreting and administering pertinent federal and state rules, regulations, and statutes in accordance with sound accounting principles;
• preparing financial reports, cost projections and related financial statements as needed;
• recommending and establishing procedures to achieve operational objectives by prioritizing assignments and establishing workloads;
• as issues arise, analyzing the problem and recommend solutions to management;
• assisting in the development and implementation of more effective accounting procedures and controls;
• reviewing established procedures to evaluate efficiency and effectiveness; and
• handling processes relating to personnel including hiring, establishing performance standards, training, evaluations, and other personnel related matters.

to be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the u.s. Department of education.

• at least 3 years of experience in a state of florida accounting or business administration office.

• knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication; knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures;
• knowledge of the methods of data collection;
• knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and management; knowledge of the florida accounting information system (flair);
• ability to develop and monitor policies and procedures relating to accounting processes;
• ability to develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals and other written documents;
• ability to utilize problem solving techniques; and
• ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.

note: responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

• $71,440.98

fdle recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of service, integrity, respect and quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at fdle.

starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by fdle’s pay policy. Fdle is a state of florida employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• state of florida tuition waiver program;
• paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• hmo and ppo health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• paid maternity leave and…