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In this role you'll assist management staff with the daily operations of the Accounts Receivable Business Unit, specifically supporting Public Utilities. You will perform in-depth reviews of assigned financial activities and serve as the subject matter expert for all financial items relating to Public Utilities. Apply today and join this dynamic team!

• Provide in-depth financial reconciliation and research on behalf of the following internal customers:
  • Public Utilities
  • Planning & Development Services

• Perform complex technical accounting, financial statistical research ensuring compliance with Board Resolutions, Statutes, and Federal program requirements.
• Prepare daily and monthly detailed financial reports, to reconcile financial systems.
• Possess the ability to identify, interpret and implement changes because of new processes, legislative or regulatory requirements.  
• Assist and/or perform in other activities and interact with internal and external auditors as required.
• Provide assistance and support in a lead capacity by training and assisting staff in the use of the Utility software system, and various other software systems as required. 

About You

To thrive in this role you will need:

• A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics or other related field and a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience. 
• A Master's Degree in related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. 
• Related professional experience or certifications may substitute for the required education.

About Everything Else

Starting Salary Range: $52,936.00 - $55,000.00 based on your experience

Benefits:

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Starting January 2024, choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. 
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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