Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential.  Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nassaucountyfl/

 

This performs a variety of routine to moderate accounting to ensure proper management and reporting of Office of Management & Budget (OMB) fiscal operations.  Strong organizational skills are a must.  Reports to the Office of Management & Budget Director.

 

• Assists OMB staff in the preparation of the County budget and budget book.
• Provides support to departments and internally in OMB during the annual budget development process.
• Assists in maintaining a system of budgetary controls prescribed by the Office of Management & Budget Director. Creates, reviews and processes budget transfers and amendments, ensuring compliance with budget programs and long-term planning.
• Inputs data into the County budget ERP/accounting program.
• Monitors County budget for accuracy and compliance.
• Supports various special projects as requested.
• Deposits revenue received by the billing division, as needed.
• Processes non-departmental requisitions and invoices, as needed.
• Ensures online auction revenues/receipts for GovDeals are properly documented and coded for recording in the accounting system.
• Researches and informs budget staff of accounting discrepancies/errors.
• Maintains knowledge of basic budgeting and fund accounting principles and best practices; keeps current on applicable changes in statutes, regulations and pronouncements.

• Works with supervisor, OMB staff, County employees, and members of the public to resolve department issues with tact, customer service and in compliance with County goals and objectives.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

 

This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one or two years of responsible accounting and/or clerical work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

The range for this position is $18.2161 – $27.7178. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

 

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.