Accountant II

State of Florida

. Perform accounting activities in the Disbursements Section of the Bureau of Financial Services .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $1,337 - $1,724 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting principles and practices, with a strong focus on accounts payable processes and compliance with relevant regulations. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and tools to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Accounts Payable ExperienceKnowledge of Accounting PrinciplesMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyExperience with FLAIREffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounting PrinciplesAccounts PayableInvoice ValidationQuality Assurance ReviewsDisbursement ProcessingData AnalysisCompliance ReviewTravel Reimbursement AuditingInter-Agency PaymentsMentorship Program Development

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

FLAIRMyFloridaMarketPlaceSTMSWorksMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA CertificateState and National Criminal History Check

Industry Keywords

Department of Financial ServicesBureau of Financial ServicesTravel ReimbursementsPurchasing Card PaymentsInternal Audit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform accounting activities in the Disbursements Section of the Bureau of Financial Services
Apply Department of Financial Services, FLAIR, and AHCA accounting rules and procedures
Audit travel reimbursements and/or approve Purchasing Card payments
Process inter-agency and unencumbered payments in FLAIR and assist with MyFloridaMarketPlace payments
Conduct internal audit reviews to validate invoices and supporting documentation
Review three-date stamps, invoice accuracy, compliance, and account coding
Perform daily quality assurance reviews of Disbursements Section vouchers
Ensure vouchers are accounted for and filed according to Bureau rules
Assist in developing a Mentorship Program through internal workshops
Respond to travel and voucher inquiries from vendors, program offices, the Vendor Ombudsman, and DFS
Research and resolve discrepancies and disputes
Participate in the certified forward process by establishing payables for prior-year invoices or payments due as of June 30
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two (2) years or more of accounts payable experience
One (1) year or more working with the Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures
Ability to understand and apply applicable accounting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Successful completion of State and National criminal history check before employment
Fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through FDLE and FBI
Subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing
Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and two years of professional accounting experience, or qualifying combinations of experience and college education
Preferred: Master's degree in accounting or CPA Certificate and one year of professional accounting experience
Preferred: One year or more processing non-revolving credit cards/Purchasing Cards through Works or another web-based/electronic system
Preferred: One year or more processing travel using STMS or another web-based/electronic system

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance (individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Free $25,000 life insurance policy plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers accepted by major Florida colleges/universities
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts
Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible candidates