Accounting Specialist II Job Fort Lauderdale area,Florida USA,Accounting

A new vacancy now exists in the Cash Bonds Unit.
This position is located in the Main Jail.

This vacancy is primarily open to current BSO employees holding the
Accounting Specialist II

To be considered, eligible BSO employees must apply and have completed their probationary period by the closing date.

If no applications from BSO employees holding the Accounting Specialist II classification are received, the following candidates will also be considered for the vacancy.

Must be a current BSO employee who has successfully completed their probationary period by the listed closing date.

High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.

A minimum of two (2) years previous experience and/or training involving routine to moderately complex accounting functions.

Demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain accurate accounts and records.

Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without any restrictions which affect job performance.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform routine to moderately complex account maintenance work for the assigned work unit. Employees in this classification are responsible for recording, calculating, and verification of all funds processed. Accuracy is critical to successful performance in the work classification. Position reviews all work performed for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in accounting and verification of funds processed.

Performs related work as directed.

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.

Maintains various department records and updates assigned accounts, as applicable to assigned department.

Performs various administrative support duties relevant to accurate maintenance of assigned accounting duties, i.e., filing materials, copying documentation, entering data into unit computer system.

Performs accounting duties according to the nature of the work unit, i.e., preparing payroll, processing special revenues, maintaining property and acquisition records.

Performs verification for all invoices/receipts received through unit checks and balances procedures.

Prepares banking deposits for assigned accounting duties.

Generates a variety of reports and/or statements relating to assigned accounting functions as dictated by the needs of the work unit, i.e., spreadsheets, statistical reports, budgets, reconciliations.

Prints, copies, distributes, and files records and reports.

Responds to inquiries concerning records and assigned accounts; provides resolution, information, or direction accordingly.

Reviews all work processed for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in accounting and processing of funds.

Performs a wide variety of administrative duties in supporting unit functions, i.e., answering telephones, processing unit mail, copying materials.

Performs related work as directed.

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.

Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks.

Reapplication will be determined on a case-by‑case basis.

BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

If you encounter issues with your application and need technical assistance, please contact Applicant Support () from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday - Friday. You can reach them by phone at or email

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