Accountant I

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Title:  Accountant I

Department:  Parks, Recreation, & Natrl Resources

Location:  Land O' Lakes, Florida

Job Type:  Full Time

Hourly Range:  $25.12 - $35.16

Closing Date: Thu. 06/11/26 11:59 PM Eastern Time

General Description: This classification involves accounting work in the maintenance and review of fiscal records and controls.

Essential Job Functions: Analyzes statistical, fiscal, and payroll records and department reports to determine the operational costs of various activities. Participates in routine accounting functions including posting, balancing and preparing special reports.  Assists in  preparing  budget estimates and reviews encumbrances to ensure availability of funds.  Performs a wide variety of accounting and clerical-related taskss.  Conducts routine pre-audits of a variety of records by examining, verifying, and reviewing accounts, invoices, bills, vouchers, and other documents.  Conducts change-fund audits and implements procedures to ensure proper controls are in place.  Prepares invoices and chargebacks for payment and accounts receivable/payable.  Makes deposits to appropriate accounts and may be required to deliver deposits to the bank using a County vehicle. Prepares a variety of journal entries, including revenue-related entries and corrective adjustments, and accruals. Manages donation receipts, maintains accurate donation account records, and prepares related budget amendments. Processes vouchers for reimbursement of Sheriff’s Deputy utilities.  Reviews and verifies documentation for refund requests.  Submits and tracks work orders.  Assists in entering the budget into the County’s budgeting software.  Performs related duties as required.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures particularly as they relate to public financial administration.
• Ability to apply such knowledge to accounting transactions and resolve related problems.
• Ability to identify trends and provide forecasts of a statistical nature.
• Knowledge of modern office machines, methods and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain accounting records.
• Ability to prepare complete accounting reports and statements.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of the legal administrative and procedural regulations applicable to the department of assignment.
• The ability to create and maintain spreadsheets and database files.

Minimum Requirements:

PHYSICAL SKILLS:  Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. One (1) year of experience in the maintenance of accounting records. One (1) year experience working with computer spreadsheet and database programs. Experience with Microsoft Excel, Access, and Outlook required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:  Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

ADA STATEMENT:  A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:  Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, requiring pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:  All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.