JOB
The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist for the Fire Services Division. This position is located in DeLand, Florida, and will be responsible for maintaining accounts payable records, accounts receivables records and all purchasing for the division.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.) Responsible for daily operations of a functional section. May be totally responsible for accounts of an activity or division. Conducts routine and complex audits of a variety of records by examining, verifying, and reviewing accounts, invoices, and a payment records. Assists division with billing problems and payments. Identifies and implements changes that will enable the functional section to operate more efficiently. Prepare year-end schedules to be used as support document for financial statements. Coordinate year-end activities related to functions. Assist in the preparation of budget estimates. May prepare payroll audit functions. May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs. Attends work on a regular and consistent basis. Must adhere to Federal,State, County and Local ordinances. Responds to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relative to financial records within the unit of assignment. Knowledge of payroll and/or financial accounting software systems. Able to perform daily work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately. Able to audit accounting or payroll functions. Able to supervise. Able to establish and maintain good working relationships with public and other Departments. Able to work under stressful conditions. Able to interact effectively with others. Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs. ADA REQUIREMENTS: Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Ability to see, talk; finger dexterity for data entry. Ability to look at a CRT screen for long periods. Visual acuity (peripheral vision, depth perception, color acuity).Environmental Demands: Inside work.Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures, memos, financial reports, formatted financial statements, and letters. Ability to do general mathematical calculations including basic accounting and bookkeeping. Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely to relay information, data, and details to others.Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
