Staff Accountant

About the Opportunity:

At Polk State, our amazing faculty and staff create an inspiring workplace. This position administers and coordinates various aspects of financial operations for Polk State College and reports to the Assistant Controller, Operations. We offer a collaborative, creative and culturally diverse work environment. If you want to be supported in your efforts to grow professionally and to be recognized for your contributions, then come work for Polk State!

SOAR, EAGLES!

About the Position:

The Staff Accountant position performs responsible, complex accounting of general and restricted funds within the Business Services division of the College. Will work independently, plan details of procedures and methods to obtain definite objectives and make decisions within broad limitations of policies and professional standards.

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Collaborate with Accountant - Payroll/Grants and Grant Administrators and Accountant - A/P and Construction.
• Assist in development of grants budgets.
• Reconcile and update expenditures for individual grants.
• Reconcile payroll related accounts and budgets.
• Reconcile grant total expenditures and assist Accountant - Payroll/Grants regularly to prepare revenue requests to be submitted to grantor using various grantor reporting systems.
• Assists Accountant - AP/Constructions in the development of budgets for all facilities renovation, remodeling and new construction projects.
• Maintain and reconcile the Capital Outlay reports and project ledgers. Monitor and communicate potential reversion of funds to Accountant - AP/Constructions.
• Maintain and reconcile the College's plant fund subsidiary ledgers.
• Assist Polk State's High School Principals and Assistant Controller - Operations to properly account for and report expenditures related to High School activity.
• Assist in annual budgeting for Polk State's High Schools.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare/submit monthly financial reports for High Schools as required by PCSB.
• Complete annual financial reports and cost analysis for Polk State High Schools.
• Continual evaluation and enhancement of grants processes and procedures.
• Prepare ad-hoc accounting reports as requested.
• Maintain knowledge of State and Federal regulations pertaining to State College fiscal operations
• Attend seminars/classes as needed for professional development.
• Maintain regular attendance/punctuality.
• Provide exemplary customer service and reacts with professionalism at all times when dealing with both internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is a level P13. Please see below for further pay range information.

• The ability to maintain an effective rapport with College personnel.
• Excellent organizational skills, with special attention to details.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• General office skills.
• Mastery Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
• Ability to produce, analyze and utilize complex accounting data and reports.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Preferred knowledge of Florida education and reporting system
• Preferred knowledge and experience utilizing integrated computerized accounting systems.

Required Education:

Graduation from an accredited College or University with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.

One year of related (accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash handling, payroll, grant management) experience is required. Internships and course project work may be applied.

Preferred Experience:

Two years of professional accounting experience is preferred. Governmental Accounting experience or related college course work is preferred.

Important Information:

• Application Requirements: A completed online application consists of:

• Resume/CV
• Polk State electronic job application (eApp) with all sections fully completed

Submissions that do not include all required information will not be considered.

• Background Screening: Reference checks, successful completion of a Level II background check (fingerprinting), and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

• Staff Transcripts: For career positions (C10-C18), an undergraduate degree is not required. However, please note that education will be verified for all stated degrees. Submission of official transcripts for all stated degrees will be required as a condition of employment, following receipt of job offer.

• Veterans' Preference: Eligible applicants must use the to apply for Veterans' Preference for positions in qualifying categories (Career and Protech positions levels P12 - P16). All required documentation (Polk State Veteran's Preference Form, DD-214, and any other required documentation) must be submitted with the completed application for consideration.

• As a general rule, Polk State College does not provide H1-B visa sponsorship. Exceptions may be made based on the College's need for a candidate with unique skills and expertise where the College cannot otherwise recruit and hire qualified non-sponsored candidates.

• Relocation: Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

• This position will close at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 24, 2022.

If you need further assistance with your application, please contact the Recruiting Team at .

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment. For questions or concerns, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief Diversity Officer, Title IX Coordinator Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; 999 Avenue H, NE; Winter Haven, FL 33881; Office: 863.297.1000 Ext. 5378; lthompson@polk.edu.

Polk State College is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Polk State, please call 863-297-1070 or e-mail with the nature of your request, along with your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.