ACCOUNTANT III (GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING): Civil Service Office of Hillsborough

Job ID;                       A0906-H0-o15787
Company Name;     Civil Service Office of Hillsborough
Job Category;        Accounting/Finance; Government/Military
Location;               Tampa, FL • Clearwater, FL
Position Type;        Full-Time, Employee
Salary;                  $53,435 to $84,822 per year
Experience;           Unspecified

Performs professional accounting duties managing an accounting system involving a variety of financial transactions, or in conducting/directing internal auditing of complex accounting/fiscal records, systems, and procedures.
MAJOR DUTIES

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on the particular agency/division/department to which they are assigned, individual employees may perform one or more of the duties described below.

* Supervises the payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for a government agency utilizing a Great Plaines accounting platform.
* Monitors and controls the operations of an advanced computerized financial accounting system to ensure the integrity, reliability and effectiveness of accounting records and financial statements.
* Works with key users to identify process and systems improvement opportunities.
* Prepares financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Florida Statute and IRS requirements.
* Participates in long-term strategic planning and goal-setting for the accounting department as well as the agency.
* Performs other related duties as required.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

* Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
* Considerable knowledge of generally accepted governmental accounting principles.
* Considerable knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
* Considerable knowledge of the specific accounting and reporting requirements and the complete accounting cycle of the organization to which assigned.
* Considerable knowledge of budgetary procedures and controls.
* Considerable knowledge of payroll process and HRIS/Payroll integrations.
* Ability to use a computer and related software.
* Skill in the application of management and supervisory techniques.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others within and outside of the agency.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
* Ability to collect, organize and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions.
* Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Note: Minimum Qualifications MUST be attained before the recruitment ending date.

Graduation from an accredited four year degree granting college or university with a major in Accounting or Finance; and
Certification as a Certified Public Accountant; and
Four years of professional governmental accounting experience, two years of which must have included payroll and supervisory experience in an accounting department; and
A passing score on a written test.

OR
A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting or Finance; and
Three years of professional governmental accounting experience as a professional accountant, two years of which must have included payroll and supervisory experience in an accounting department; and
A passing score on a written test.

OR
An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in Accounting or Finance; and
Two years of experience in bookkeeping or financial record-keeping; and
Four years of professional governmental accounting experience, two years of which must have included payroll and supervisory experience in an accounting department; and
A passing score on a written test.

OR
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and
Four years of experience in bookkeeping or financial record-keeping; and
Four years of professional governmental accounting experience, two years of which must have included payroll and supervisory experience in an accounting department; and
A passing score on a written test.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AT TIME OF APPLICATION

If you believe that you qualify for this position based upon education or training you have received, you will be required to provide a copy of your official college transcripts or copy of diploma from the accredited college/university, and/or a copy of a certificate indicating your successful completion of any required training, before your qualifications will be evaluated.

Note: If you will be faxing copies to the Civil Service Office, please include your full name and last four digits of your social security number, and fax the required documents to (813) 272 - 5620.

NOTE: Holders of a current CPA may request, in writing, a waiver of written test requirement. To receive waiver, a copy of CPA is required which must clearly show expiration date.

BENEFITS

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Preference will ONLY be entitled upon initial appointment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. Documentation to support entitlement to preference MUST be provided at the time of application.

DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE: The employers of Hillsborough County have implemented a drug-free workplace and all offers of employment are conditioned on job applicants successfully passing a drug test.

NOTE: Depending on the agency of employment, individuals hired may be required to review Hillsborough County driving eligibility criteria and acknowledge their understanding of its provisions.

NOTE: Employees are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters affecting the County. They are required to work in their normal job duties or other activities within their skills and capabilities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with existing rules and procedures.

EXAMINATION: Examination may be administered at the time of application, depending on qualifications. Test information is available at the Reception Branch, Hillsborough County Civil Service Office. This information must be obtained in person and it is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain it, if desired.

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