GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 43004793

State of Florida

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About The Position

This is a professional accounting/auditing position involving the independent application of accounting and auditing concepts, principles, theories, and technical skills. This position shall use, comply with, and, when needed, recommend improvements to the adopted controls and procedures.

This position is responsible for evaluating state agency contracts and grant agreements and related deliverables monitoring processes.

Provides written summaries and reports that document the work performed, communicate the review results, and identify noncompliance with contract and grant management guidelines and improvements needed in deliverables monitoring process.

Performs management studies of state entities, programs, and processes. Completes assigned special projects and communicates the results to management.

Performs research, analyzes problems, and develops recommendations for operational and workflow changes.

Assists state entities in improving management processes and operational procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and procedures.
• Ability to identify, understand, and evaluate agency documentation for contracts, grant agreements, and related disbursements.
• Ability to research, understand, and apply Florida Statutes, administrative rules, policies and procedures, and other guidelines governing agency contracts, grant agreements, and related disbursements.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional and effective relationships.
• Ability to effectively communicate information verbally and in writing to individuals or groups.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, and analyzing governmental financial statements.
• Three (3) years of experience working with a state agency within the State Personnel System.
• Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing and analyzing State Agency contracts and agency agreements.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in applying and interpreting laws, rules, and agency policies.
• Experience with management studies, programs, procedures, and assigned special projects.
• Proficient Microsoft experience (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience conducting audits.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating state agency contracts and grant agreements and related deliverables monitoring processes.
• Providing written summaries and reports that document the work performed, communicate the review results, and identify noncompliance with contract and grant management guidelines and improvements needed in deliverables monitoring process.
• Performing management studies of state entities, programs, and processes.
• Completing assigned special projects and communicates the results to management.
• Performing research, analyzes problems, and develops recommendations for operational and workflow changes.
• Assisting state entities in improving management processes and operational procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED