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ACCOUNTANT I -
nDate: Oct 1, 2026
nThe State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( .
nRequisition No:
nAgency: Department of Health
nWorking Title: ACCOUNTANT I -
nPay Plan: Career Service
nPosition Number:
nSalary: $43,000.00-$46,000.00
nPosting Closing Date: 10/08/2026
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nJob posting category – Open Competitive
nYour Specific Responsibilities :
nThis is an indepenent accounting work maintaining complex accouting and financial recored under the supervision of the OPerations & Management Consultant II-SES, Office of Financial Management for the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County.
nConducts pre-audits of financial records to ensure compliance with applicable state rules and regulations as stated in Florida statues section 215.422 and the Florida Administrative Code Chapter 3A-24. Verifies Purchase Orders, organization codes, object codes, description on documents, units, total amounts, receiving reports, and other related information for completeness and accuracy. Maintenance in FIS and utilize Collocated OCA. Submits all documentation to the approving authority as required Be aware for balancing funds on the encumbrances.
nResponsible for creating two types of invoice reconciliation: Utilities and Invoices with PO in MFMP. Follow other departments and co-workers in expediting approvals of receipts and invoice reconciliations submitted by A/P in MFMP. Contacts via e-mail and by telephone agency employees to expedite create purchase requisitions in MFMP. Resolve issues with Invoice Reconciliation before and after auditing process has been completed. Verify the approval of payments by Central Office and DFS. Assist programs in the closing of Fiscal Year paid invoices. Prepares reconciliations of payments previously made utilizing Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Word. Ensure that invoices are scanned and saved into the proper electronic folders in the Account Payable shared point site. Hard copy invoices should also be filed in the Account Payable folders in the proper fiscal year.
nConducts research of payments previously made to other vendors to avoid double payments by utilizing FLAIR, FIS and MFMP.
nProvides customer service by resolving all payment related issues in a professional and prompt manner. Prepares fiscal analyses in limited accounting areas.
nServe as back up to reconciliation process of Purchase Credit Card.
nPerforms other job-related duties as assigned including, but not limited to, attending meetings and trainings, etc. In absence of Accountant Ill, may serve as backup to reconciliation process and related duties.
nPerform duties during period of emergency.
nPerforms all other duties as assigned.
nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
nnnKnowledge of accounting principles and practices.
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nnAbility to communicate effectively.
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nnSkilled with computer software and programs.
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nnAbility to utilize research techniques.
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n nQualifications:
nMinimum-
nExperience auditing and analyzing accounting reports.
nPreference-
nIncumbent in this position is preferred to be bilingual in English/Spanish.
nWhere You Will Work :
n8175 NW 12th Street, Miami, Florida 33126
nFlorida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
nMission:
nTo protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
nVision:
nTo be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
nValues:
nI nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
nC ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
nA ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
nR esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
nE xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
nThe Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
nWorking for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
nnnAnnual and Sick Leave benefits;
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nnNine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
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nnState Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
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nnRetirement plan options, including employer contributions
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nnnFlexible Spending Accounts;
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nnTuition waivers;
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nnAnd more!
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n nFor a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit .
nPlease be advised:
nYour responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
nThis position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
nMale applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:
nIf you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
nThe successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
nIncumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
nAll Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
nThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
nApplicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center ( ). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
nFlorida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
nCandidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center ( ). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
nVETERANS’ 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 ( . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
nLocation:
nMIAMI, FL, US, 33126
nNearest Major Market:Miami
Worksite address
miami, FL, 33222, US
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