About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida, the City is 30 minutes south of the Georgia state line and one hour north of the Gulf of Mexico.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Deadline (Open Until Filled)

Open until filled.

Department Name

City Treasurer Clerk's Office- Revenue

Job Specifications

ACCOUNTANT II:

MAJOR FUNCTION

This is professional accounting work covering many phases of financial, accounting, and administrative management, control, and analysis. The primary function involves the maintenance and support of the City's accounting systems and related modules and programs. Functions as a strategic partner to the department to ensure the accounting system and associated modules, programs, policies, and procedures that serve the City's workforce align with the mission, vision, and objectives of the City of Tallahassee. This position assists supervisors and trains new or existing staff on assigned tasks. Work is reviewed through conversations, observations, meetings and by results attained.

ACCOUNTANT III:

MAJOR FUNCTION

This is advanced professional accounting work covering the various phases of financial, accounting, and administrative management, control, and analysis. Work assignments are received in general form indicating results desired with little, if any, guidance on how to complete assignments. Work is reviewed through audits, internal checks, reports, observation, and by results obtained, and is performed independently under the general direction of a higher-level supervisor. May supervise clerical and lower-level professional personnel.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Minimum Training & Experience

ACCOUNTANT II:

Minimum Training and Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and two years of professional accounting experience; or possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, one year of full-time studies in accounting and one year of professional accounting experience; or possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, evidence that the CPA or CMA exam has been passed, and one year of professional accounting experience;

Necessary Special Requirements

For designated positions, must possess a valid Class E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

ACCOUNTANT III

Minimum Training And Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and three years of professional accounting experience; or possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, one year of post graduate study in accounting (30 semester hours), and two years of professional accounting experience; or possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, evidence that the C.P.A. or C.M.A. exam has been passed, and two years of professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

For designated positions, must possess a valid Class E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Salary Range

$19.9955 to $62.9859

Additional Information

This position requires work onsite, with some flexibility of working remote.

Please note that preference may be given to candidates with government or fund accounting experience

Benefits Information

The City offers comprehensive benefits packages including paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves; defined benefit pension; defined contribution plans; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; as well as medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans. For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees,* visit ALEX

*OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans' Preference:

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.