Accounting Specialist II

  • CITY OF ORLANDO, FL
  • Orlando, Florida
  • Sep 07, 2024
Full Time Accounting and Finance Public Health
  • Salary: USD 19.69 - 25.11 per hour USD
  • Salary Top: 25 USD

Job Description

Salary Range

$19.69-$25.11

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting

09-21-2024

Job Summary

Performs paraprofessional accounting and financial record keeping work requiring knowledge of the practices and methods of accounting and familiarity with the operations and procedures of accounting systems. Employees assigned to this classification are primarily responsible for reviewing complex, detailed financial transaction documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with established criteria; as well as researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions in order to correct errors and reconcile accounts through the use of computer and/or manual record keeping. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and performance is reviewed for technical accuracy through summary reports, verification of balances, discussions, and direct observation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Accounting/Bookkeeping or related field with two (2) years of experience in bookkeeping, clerical accounting, or related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to operate personal computer and experience in data entry is required with specific knowledge in JD Edwards and Excel highly desired. Some positions may require experience in accounts payable, processing supplier invoices/expense reports, and/or preparing journal entries. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Additional Qualifications for Promotion:

Promotions are not to be considered an automatic function of longevity and are subject to the review and authorization of the Supervisor. The employee’s last performance review must have resulted in an overall rating of Meets standards or better with no factor rating of less than meets.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
  • Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
  • Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
  • Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

Base Pay

19

Job Address

Orlando, Florida United States View Map