ACCOUNTANT IV

Position: ACCOUNTANT IV - 71002373
Requisition No: 877292

Agency:
Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title:

ACCOUNTANT IV
- Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $45,290.18

Posting Closing Date: 06/28/2026

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ACCOUNTANT IV

BUSINESS SUPPORT

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BUREAU/GRANTS

Open-Competitive Opportunity

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is in the Financial Management Bureau, reporting to the Grants section. This is a full-time position that works closely with FDLE's financial information and is responsible for ensuring that grant financial data is accurately transacted and reported. This position requires a strong ability to analyze data and conduct independent research to ensure grant funds are used appropriately.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

* Reviewing expenditures on assigned grants against the grant's budget to determine eligibility;

* Preparing monthly grant claims;

* Preparing all necessary reports relating to the grants;

* Researching, calculating, and recording all necessary Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) entries;

* Reconciling claims filed to the FLAIR expenditures and revenue;

* Reconciling FLAIR cash;

* Developing working relationships with program members and resolve issues independently;

* Coordinating a monthly review of expenditure claims with the grant managers;

* Ensuring compliance with special conditions and limitations of the grant; and

* Ensuring proper assignment of grant positions in People First.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

* Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication;

* Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures;

* Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to an accounting program;

* Ability to work independently;

* Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;

* Ability to use computer software skills, including BEGINNER skills in database/spreadsheet software, including but not limited to Microsoft Excel and Word;

* Ability to research and find errors in reconciliation of expenditures and cash reports;

* Knowledge of the Florida Accounting Information Resource System (FLAIR); 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.

BASE SALARY:

* $ 45,290.18

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

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.

OUR

SALARY & BENEFITS:

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 parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;

* Pension and investment retirement plan options; and

* Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide - either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security.  for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for…