The State of Florida is the state government responsible for administering public services and coordinating programs across Florida. Its departments and agencies work across government, education, healthcare, environmental protection, transportation, and public safety. With employment opportunities spanning numerous public-sector functions, the State of Florida hires people who support the delivery and management of services for communities throughout the state.
Senior Professional Accountant, Florida Department of Corrections (Hybrid)
The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Senior Professional Accountant to manage compliant payments, invoice audits, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role also supports vendors, auditors, year-end close, and departmental projects.
Description
- Process payments in accordance with state law, department policies, and privacy requirements
- Record and validate financial data across multiple accounting systems and software platforms
- Examine invoices, vouchers, and related documents to confirm accuracy and required approvals
- Produce financial reports and reconcile accounting records
- Provide support to department staff, vendors, and auditors
- Complete required training, contribute to year-end close, and perform special assignments or other duties
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent plus three years of administrative, accounting, or auditing experience
- Alternatively, four years of post-secondary education
- Applicants selected with a college or university degree must provide official transcripts
- Successful completion of a Level 2 background check is required before employment begins
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States
- The Florida Department of Corrections does not currently provide H-1B visa sponsorship
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be assessed through the application, education, work history, work sample, interview, and/or reference checks
Benefits
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive health and life insurance, including accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Optional dental, vision, life, disability, and hospitalization insurance
- Tuition-free college courses
- Florida Retirement System Pension Plan
- Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, a 401(k)-type retirement plan
- Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
- Deferred compensation plan
- Telework eligibility