ACCOUNTANT I - 80080169 1 Date: Apr 15, 2024 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 827324 Agency: Juvenile JusticeWorking Title: ACCOUNTANT I - 80080169 1Position Number: 80080169 Salary: $1,386.00 BI-WEEKLY Posting Closing Date: 04/19/2024 The Department of Juvenile Justice salutes our heroes.We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation’s veterans and their families.We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses. Previous Candidates need not reapply LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION: Location:Finance and Accounting, 2737 Knight Building Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32399 Contact Person: Tanya Keech (850)717-2302 Minimum Starting Salary:$1,386.00 Bi-Weekly (In accordance with current spending restrictions, an internal promotion into the position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever is higher). DESCRIPTION The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking an Accountant I for the Cost of Care unit. This is work comprised of audit, review and analysis of Cost of Care accounts, reviewing data for accuracy, and preparation of documents to be submitted as an adjustment for accounts, customer service and phone contact, and also responding to emails retrieved from the COC email mailbox, other special duties and projects as needed. This position is responsible for checking the accuracy of transactions posted to the account. Some positions in this occupation may be responsible for cross training and training employees. EXAMPLES OF WORK This position is responsible for the daily keying of the adjustments and refunds for Cost of Care accounts prepared by Accountants as a result of an audit. This position will check, review, and validate the accuracy of the information before it is keyed into the accounting system. Conducts detailed reviews of adjustments and refunds keyed for additional verification of the accuracy to the clients’ accounts. Complete preparation of packets to be scanned in Axiom and verified for accuracy. Assists with return mail and address updates as needed. Resolves inquiries and questions from customers regarding their Cost of Care invoices by phone and email. Assists with the pickup and distribution of incoming mail in the Cost of Care Unit. Perform other related duties and tasks as required. CANDIDATE PROFILE (application) must be completed in its entirety. Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of State of Florida accounting policies and procedures. Knowledge of audit procedures. Knowledge of reconciliation process. Skill in communicating effectively with internal and external customers, verbally and in writing. Skill in auditing, reviewing, reconciling, or analyzing data for compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures. Skill in preparing and maintaining a variety of accurate and complete accounting reports. Skill in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage completing deadlines. Ability to multitask and prioritize. Ability to use sound judgment to identify problems, generate and evaluate alternative solutions, and make recommendations. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to work well independently yet cohesively within the section to maintain internal control measures. PREFERRED MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Preference will be given to candidates with customer service, audit and cost of care experience. Note: All prospective candidate will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions. DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility). When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee
