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Accounting Assistant
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• Job Tracking ID : 512356-817675
• Job Location : Tampa, FL
• Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years)
• Level of Education : High School/GED
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• Job Type : Full-Time/Regular
• Date Updated : 05/03/2022
• Years of Experience : College
• Starting Date : ASAP
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Job Description
The Florida State Fair is looking for a Full Time Accounting Assistant to join our Finance Department. Full Time employees of the Florida State Fair Authority enjoy such benefits as medical, dental, vision, employer paid term life and short term disability insurance. We offer a match on 457 retirement savings and a generous Paid Time Off Accrual plan including paid holidays. Come Join the Fun!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receive, record, and deposit cash, checks, and vouchers.
• Monitor Aged Receivables report for past due accounts.
• Reconcile bank statements to the recorded general ledger activity.
• Analyze company credit card usage for proper support and record activity in the ledger.
• Support department by compiling data for financial reports, detecting discrepancies on records or reports, preparing bank deposits, creating invoices, maintain records, report or files, reconciling financial records, and performing clerical duties to include sorting mail.
• Compile financial reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts receivable, and profits and losses.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Other additional duties as needed.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Teamwork * Positive Patron Experience * Customer Service * Efficiency/Effectiveness
Experience and Skills
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred. Minimum of three to four years of experience in an accounting position. Background in Data Entry and Accounts receivable required. Experience with bank deposits and reconciliations required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Experience with a major Accounting system
• Strong clerical and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and switch gears quickly
• Excellent customer service skills in person and on the phone and a helpful and friendly demeanor for interacting with exhibitors and families
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office products with an emphasis in Word and Excel
• High Math Skills (probability, statistical, quadratic equations)
• Knowledge of accounting principles including an understanding of financial reporting with the ability to ask questions as appropriate
• Ability to work additional hours during the busy season, including evenings and weekends
Background Checks and Drug Screens are a requirement for employment with the Florida State Fair Authority.
DFWP/EOE