Accountant Hybrid

Accountant (0072) (Hybrid)

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Work for Our Water Resources. Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District). The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west‑central Florida as directed by state law.

Support the District’s Finance Bureau managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. As part of the Finance Bureau team, the Accountant will ensure that financial obligations are met in accordance with board‑approved agreements and Florida State Statutes. Using a web‑based automated financial system, the successful candidate will process payments, encumber funds, audit financial documentation, collaborate with accounts receivable staff on revenue agreements, and provide training to project managers.

This position is hybrid: the employee is required to come on‑site for periodic meetings and a minimum of three days per week. Remote work is possible for a portion of time (must live in Florida). The District supports employees who prefer a flexible schedule or a remote work schedule to enjoy a healthy work‑life balance.

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
• 9 paid holidays (plus 1 floating holiday)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave, including maternity, bonding and family supportive work programs
• Medical and dental insurance (91‑97% District paid)
• Vision insurance
• Deferred compensation program
• Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Long‑term disability (District paid)
• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts
• Flexible schedule for work‑life balance
• Legal and identity theft protection
• Wellness program
• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)
• State adoption benefit qualified employer
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Transfer in years of service for other public sector work toward the FRS program and sick time

$46,034.98 – $58,656.00. The starting salary range is based on education and experience, and may be increased through annual performance evaluations.

• Oversee and process financial disbursements related to complex contracts and purchase orders for assigned vendors.
• Utilize a web‑based automated financial system to encumber funds, initiate payments via payment vouchers or purchasing cards, and manage year‑end accruals and retainage tracking.
• Audit supporting documentation as outlined in contracts or purchase orders to verify accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Record, modify, and liquidate District contractual encumbrances based on approved documents, available budgeted funds, and authorized board minutes.
• Collaborate with accounts receivable to manage expenditures associated with revenue contracts, including tracking payments, encumbrances, and liquidations, and providing documentation for billing external agencies.
• Compile and report financial data, develop and maintain spreadsheets to monitor expenditures, and ensure accurate documentation for internal and external audits.
• Develop training materials and presentations, revise forms related to fund disbursement, and coordinate training sessions for Project Managers to ensure consistent understanding of financial procedures.

Employee works in a standard office environment. Occasional travel during the workday is required. Performs continuous repetitive tasks (including keyboarding) with one or both hands. Occasionally lifts and carries objects up to 10 pounds, bends, reaches above shoulder level, and may spend time in remote areas or travel to other offices. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Employee may be required to be on call, including nights, weekends, or holidays, to respond to emergency management…