Job Description

Requisition No: 874571

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: ACCOUNTANT IV - 77060305

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77060305

Salary: $45,000.02 annually

Posting Closing Date: 05/06/2026

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FWC Finance and Budget Office

Accountant IV – Career Service Position with Benefits

$45,000.02 annually

1875 Orange Avenue E.

Tallahassee, FL

Finance and Budget Office

Accountant IV - CS 77060305

Tallahassee, Florida - $45,000.02 Annually

*Pending Vacancy*

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: MyFWC.com

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of experience in accounting or financial management, two (2) of which must have been experience with processing revenues, expenditures, billing or financial reports, or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience with processing revenues, expenditures, billing or financial reports 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.

and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for processing daily deposits, Debit memos, and other financial related activities ensuring accuracy and compliance in addition to the following:

• Prepare and record daily deposit transactions in Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR)
• Maintain and ensure documentation for all transactions are uploaded to Laserfiche document management system.
• Assist with performing daily and monthly reconciliations for Revenue transactions as needed.
• Organize and maintain source documents and deposit files in the agencies’ document management system.
• Ensure that documents are prepared for voucher submittal for Expenditure Refunds/Reimbursements.
• Run the Debit Memo report from PALM daily.
• Prepare information on Returned items and add to the delinquent account tracking list.
• Perform due diligence to collect delinquent monies.
• Monitor delinquent account activity to ensure accounts are submitted to Collections timely per F.S. 215.34 (2).
• Clearly and effectively communicate internally and externally.
• 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 other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position:

• Ability to think critically to solve complex problems.
• Ability to perform accurately in a detailed oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related policies, procedures, principles and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.
• Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to fiscal and accounting activities.
• Knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of financial data collection and report preparation.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and practices.

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.