ACCOUNTANT IV

Accountant IV -

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Requisition No: 882836 Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

Accountant IV -  Pay Plan:
Career Service Position Number:  Salary: $45,000 Posting Closing Date: 09/16/2026 Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. Our Mission:
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people. Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three (3) years of experience in accounting or financial management, one (1) of which must have been in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation, or Associate's degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) years of professional experience in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation can substitute for the required experience.

Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework. Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume. Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities will relate to auditing and reconciling expenditures in the Accounting Services Section. The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position. Performs accounting work by screening contract invoices, not limited to a specific type, in My Florida Market Place  (MFMP) and related systems to check for accuracy and completeness.

Determines transaction dates and identifies invoices that require immediate payment. Invoices are audited and reviewed in MFMP for mathematical calculations, vendor identification numbers, correctness of remittance information, accounting codes, authorizations, required approvals/signatures, and supporting documentation prior to payment processing. Accurately reviews, and processes disbursements in MFMP and FLAIR/system(s), as applicable, within five days of receipt in the accounting office. Must have a thorough knowledge of Florida Statutes, Department of Financial Services (DFS) requirements, Comptroller rules, MFMP processes, and internal procedures pertaining to the auditing and processing of disbursements.

Enters, reviews, and maintains encumbrances for contract payments in FLAIR and ensures applicable purchasing and payment information is accurately reflected in MFMP. Processes monthly contract invoices as assigned through MFMP and monitors encumbrance amounts in FLAIR for any adjustments needed. Corresponds with the Financial Management section to process necessary adjustments and resolve discrepancies between MFMP, FLAIR, and supporting accounting records.

Corresponds with contract managers regarding billed services, invoice discrepancies, approvals, and deliverables as stated on the contract summary form and documented in MFMP. Works in conjunction with staff in General Services as new contracts are established to ensure appropriate contract, purchase order, and accounting information is available and accurately maintained in MFMP and FLAIR, as applicable. Notifies appropriate personnel of additions, deletions, and errors in Vendor Files and assists with resolving vendor information discrepancies affecting transactions in MFMP and FLAIR.

Researches inquiries and responds to vendors, staff, and other state agency personnel within the assigned time frame, including inquiries related to invoice status, MFMP transactions, purchase orders, payments, and FLAIR records. Uses MFMP transaction and invoice information, immediate reports function in FLAIR, RDS reports, and MRE reports in WebFOCUS to research transactions and document reasons for corrections. Informs the supervisor in a timely manner of issues that may become a potential problem, including invoice workflow, approval, encumbrance, vendor, or payment issues identified in MFMP or FLAIR.

Accurately processes expenditure corrections as required to correct voucher errors using…