Accountant

Accountant

Salary

$56,221.36 - $87,182.16 Annually

Location

City Hall, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

FP001-15

Department

Finance

Opening Date

06/25/2026

Closing Date

7/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs professional accounting tasks; maintains and reconciles journals, ledgers, and financial reports; interprets financial records; prepares financial statements and reports; and participates in the design and revision of accounting systems. Exercises initiative and independent judgment in creating, organizing, maintaining and systematically reviewing financial records. Position may require supervision of clerical and/or administrative staff.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.

This is a Management Category IV position which includes five (5) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $120/month.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Maintains accounting record systems for the receipt and disbursement of federal, state, and other municipal funds
• Compiles and prepares financial data for analysis or use in the preparation of required reports, statements, or budgets
• Participates in fiscal year end closing, including recording accruals and adjusting and closing entries, preparation of audit work papers and preparation of the Citys Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Reconciles various accounts and subsidiary systems to the general ledger maintaining and balancing journals
• Participates in the testing and implementation of new or upgraded computerized financial systems
• Verifies trial balances, detail appropriations and expenditures; reviews reports, vouchers, requisitions, invoices and other financial data for accuracy, completeness and conformance with procedures, guidelines and generally accepted accounting principles; interprets financial records and prepares reports concerning the financial condition and conduct of the applicable entity.
• Responds to public records requests
• May supervise and trains administrative and clerical personnel on an assigned basis.
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance or a closely related field
• One (1) to three (3) years of professional accounting experience preferably in a governmental setting including, preparing and analyzing financial transactions and statements; evaluating efficiency, internal controls and conformance with accounting principles. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
• To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. (link:https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com.

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

Click here for additional Federation of Public Employees management benefits.

Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan!

Under the U.S. Department of Educations Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.

In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

01

What is the highest level of accredited college or university education you possess in Accounting or Finance or a closely related field or closely related field?

• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher
• College education is in an unrelated field
• None of the above

02

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you possess in professional accounting or other elements of fiscal management, including preparing monthly account reconciliations and ensuring revenue and expenditure transactions are recorded to the general ledger?

• 1-2
• 3-4
• 5-6
• 7-8
• More than 9 years experience

03

Describe your experience as it relates to Question #2.

04

Do you have experience with budget review and analysis?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered "Yes" to question 4, please describe your work experience with budget review

06

Grant Accounting and Compliance are the main responsibilities of this position. Describe your experience in this area.

07

Give an example of a compliance issue that arose during grant reporting. How did you work with internal stakeholders (program managers etc.) or external agencies to resolve it?

08

Tell us about a complex reconciliation issue you encountered. How did you identify the problem, and how did you resolve it?

09

Describe your role in the month-end and year-end close process, specifically related to adjusting journal entries and accruals. What controls or procedures did you follow to ensure accuracy.

Required Question

Employer City of Fort Lauderdale

Address Tower Building - 101 NE 3rd Ave

Department of Human Resources - 16th Floor

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301

Phone 19548285300

Website http://www.fortlauderdale.gov