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Accounting Specialist

Join Our Team at the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA)

Mission Statement: To promote the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida’s elders, their families, and caregivers.
Vision Statement: For all Floridians to live well and age well.

Do you have a passion for promoting well-being, safety, and independence? Are you driven to make a positive impact on the lives of Florida's seniors? Join the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, where we work every day to ensure that Floridians live well and age well.

Where You’ll Work:
Located in the vibrant Southwood Office Complex in Tallahassee, Florida’s charming capital city, this position offers the perfect mix of professional opportunity and quality of life. Tallahassee boasts a unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities, with two major universities, a thriving arts and music scene, stately gardens, and outdoor activities galore. With no state income tax, Florida is an ideal location to grow your career. Learn more about life in Tallahassee at Visit Tallahassee.

Why Work for the State of Florida?
As a State of Florida employee, you’ll enjoy an outstanding benefits package, including:

Health Coverage: Comprehensive State Group Health Insurance.
Financial Security: $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer-paid), retirement plan options with employer contributions, and flexible spending accounts.
Work-Life Balance: Paid annual and sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and tuition waivers for Florida public colleges and universities.
Professional Growth: Training opportunities and career development support.

For a complete list of benefits, visit State of Florida Benefits.

About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Specialist to join our team. This independent professional position plays a critical role in ensuring that Aging Network Providers are paid on time, supporting the independence and well-being of Florida’s elders.

What You’ll Do:
Your responsibilities will include:

Auditing vendor invoices and processing payments promptly.
Inputting financial transactions in the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) system and MyFlorida Marketplace (MFMP).
Reconciling departmental revolving fund balances monthly.
Researching, coding, and managing departmental deposits.
Preparing financial reports and maintaining accurate, organized accounting files.
Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and provide information.
Assisting in preparing requests for duplicate or canceled warrants and making related FLAIR entries.
Supporting disaster recovery efforts and completing additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Needed:

Proficiency in FLAIR transactions, Department of Financial Services voucher auditing rules, and state expenditure guidelines.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of Florida Statute 215.422 and relevant financial guidelines.
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience may be substituted.

Special Notes:
Preference will be given to current Department of Elder Affairs employees.

Background Checks:
A Level 2 Criminal History Background Check is required for all candidates selected for this position.

How to Apply:
Submit your application online via the People First Website by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date. Early submission by 6:00 p.m. is strongly encouraged to avoid technical issues.

For assistance, contact the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Paper applications are not accepted.

The Florida Department of Elder Affairs is proud to be an older worker-friendly employer. Explore more opportunities on Silver Edition.

Join our team and help make Florida a great place to age well! Apply today!