ACCOUNTANT IV

Position: ACCOUNTANT IV - 77072702
Requisition No: 865467

Agency:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title:

ACCOUNTANT IV
- Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $45,999.98 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 01/07/2026

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FWC Finance and Budget Office

Accountant IV - Career Service Position with Benefits

$1,769.23 Biweekly, $45,999.98 annually

1875 Orange Avenue

E.

Tallahassee, FL

Finance and Budget Office

Accountant IV - CS

Tallahassee, Florida - $45,999.98 Annually


* This requisition will be used to hire multiple (3) positions*

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. Visit our website for more information:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of experience in accounting or financial management, two (2) of which must have been in financial account management, auditing or account reconciliation; or
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year 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:

Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Department of Financial Services rules and FWC's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

• Responsible for the pre-audit and payment processing of expenditures relating to purchases which include recurring charges, reimbursements, purchasing card transactions, contracts and other payment requests submitted.
• Pre-audit includes verification of account codes, supporting documentation, authorization signatures, necessary justifications, vendor Information, mathematical accuracy of amounts, and review of required reports.
• Coordinates transactions and works with budget, and Divisions, to ensure that agency specific required Chart of Accounts, OAI, OA2, Project , Speed Key etc. are utilized;
  Advises, interprets, and counsels employees and customers on accounting policies and procedures related to areas of responsibilities
• Coordinates efforts with vendors, Purchasing Office, FBO Mangers, and other related areas, to ensure orderly, timely and proper handling of invoices Reconciles records of expenditure discrepancies to ensure all invoices and supporting documents are accurate;
  Submit any necessary adjustments/corrections as required utilizing PALM IU module.
• Reconciles records of expenditure discrepancies to ensure all invoices and supporting documents are accurate;
  Submit any necessary adjustments/corrections as required utilizing PALM IU module.
• Acts as liaison with FWC staff and Accounting Services in financial matters. Ensure that vouchers have been posted awaiting warrants or confirmations and provide any documentation requested for audit. On an as needed basis request duplicate warrants, cancel warrants, and request copies of warrants.
• Responsible for researching financial transactions as needed and correcting errors by recording applicable entries in the State's financial management system.

Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

required for the position:

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, methods of reviewing and analyzing financial data, and basic management principles and practices
• Knowledge of Florida Reference Guide to State Expenditures
• Ability to assess budgetary needs and formulate policies and procedures
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities; to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations; and to document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices
• Ability to…