Accountant I

• Take pride in delivering high quality service
• Be part of a diverse family that promotes constructive ideas and suggestions
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Stay abreast of trends in the legal industry

• 9 Paid Holidays/Personal Time Off
• Low-Cost Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Coverage for Employee and Families
• Dependent Care and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Florida Retirement System Pension Plan
• Florida Retirement System Investment Plan
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings Plan 457(b)
• Life Insurance Plans for Employees and Families
• Long-Term Disability Coverage for Employees
• Short-Term Disability Coverage for Employees
• Voluntary Supplemental Coverage through TIAA CREF

Essential Job Duties:  
Representative duties and tasks expected of the Accountant I are listed below.  This list does not include marginal tasks that are also performed but are incidental to the primary functions.  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.

1.  Grant and General Accounting Activities

1. Prepare, review, and post journal entries for grant and general accounting transactions
2. Monitor, reconcile and report on grant revenues and expenditures.
3. Ensure that grant fund activity complies with funding agreements, internal policies, and external regulations.
4. Maintain organized and accurate documentation for grant transactions and reporting.
5. Perform general ledger account reconciliations and transaction reviews as assigned. 

1. Assist in preparing grant-specific and other financial reports.
2. Create audit-ready schedules and documentation for grants and other areas as assigned.
3. Support financial analysis and reporting needs for internal and external stakeholders.

1. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and grantor-specific guidelines.
2. Participate in process reviews to improve efficiency, automation, and accuracy in financial workflows.
3. Support ongoing improvement efforts in grant tracking, reporting systems, and internal controls.

1. Provide supplementary support for various accounting and office functions as needed.
2. Perform administrative and customer support tasks such as responding to inquiries and greeting visitors as needed. 
3. Other related tasks as assigned.

May require a driver’s license if assigned to transport files among facilities or assigned to a remote office.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, and ABILITIES:

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail and accuracy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel. Candidates should exhibit the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively both within a team and with external partners.  Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or a related field, or 4 years experience in a directly related field.  
 
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  
Ability to resolve routine and non-routine problems in a professional, standardized manner.
 
Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Responsibilities and qualifications may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
 

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Complete Background Check of Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC)/ National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• Past Employment Verification.
• Education Verification.
• Pre-employment drug test at County designated test location.
• E-Verify Eligibility to Work in United States.
• 90-Day Introductory Period.