Accounting Services Analyst C

Requisition No: 878120 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: ACCOUNTING SERVICES ANALYST C - 77071719

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77071719 

Salary:  $2,1115.38 Biweekly, $54,999.88 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 07/02/2026 

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FWC Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst C – Career Service Position with Benefits

$2,1115.38 Biweekly, $54,999.88 Annually

1875 Orange Avenue E.

Tallahassee, FL

Finance and Budget Office

Accounting Services Analyst C – 77071719

Tallahassee, Florida - $54,999.88 Annually

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy. 

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people. 

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Four (4) years of experience in accounting or financial management, one (1) of which must have been experience in financial account management, auditing, or account reconciliation, or
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of professional experience in financial account management, auditing, or account reconciliation can substitute for the required experience.

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. 

Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application and resume.  Cover letter required and should provide information regarding any gaps in employment.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position is part of the Financial Reporting section within the Finance and Budget Office. The role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the agency’s financial data through the analysis and reconciliation of complex accounting records. This position will play a key role in maintaining the general ledger, supporting trust fund compliance, and contributing to financial reporting and year-end processes.

The incumbent will be required to complete training and attain proficiency in the Florida PALM accounting system to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and reconcile transactions within the general ledger (GL), ensuring accuracy of balances and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with Commission staff.
• Prepare and process journal entries as needed.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of the Commission’s trust funds to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations and communicate needed corrections to other sections, providing guidance as necessary.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret financial data to prepare timely and accurate reports for management and other stakeholders.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of the Florida PALM (Planning, Accounting, and Ledger Management) system, including its processes, reporting tools, and coding structure.
• Support year-end financial activities including identifying and resolving atypical balances, processing prior period transactions, completing Workiva forms, Form 3 Intra-funds, and entering post-close adjustments.
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of Schedule 1 forms as part of the annual financial reporting process.
• Communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with internal staff to provide guidance, resolve discrepancies, and ensure alignment across departments.
• Serve as a liaison with other agencies to confirm and reconcile transfers.
• Prepare the daily cash report, including investment and disinvestment transactions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 
• Strong understanding of account reconciliation.
• Proficiency in using Excel for functions such as pivot tables, formulas, and lookups.
• Ability to prepare, organize and maintain a variety of accounting records.
• Ability to provide support and guidance to staff regarding financial processes and discrepancies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to review and monitor policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements. 

Why should I apply?

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.  As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.

• Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family Biweekly
• No Cost $25,000 Life Insurance
• Nine Paid State Holidays, One Personal Holiday per year
• 4 hours Annual Leave and 4 hours Sick Leave accrued Biweekly
• Retirement Plan Options
• State University and College Tuition Waiver Program
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.