Sarasota County Government
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Are you an administrative powerhouse who loves working with numbers, solving problems, and making things happen? Join a pivotal role where your expertise drives our financial success.
You’ll take the lead on complex fiscal operations – translating policies into action, diving into research, and shaping a multi-year budget that spans operating funds, grants, projections, performance measures, and special projects. This role is perfect for someone with sharp analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the confidence to make sound, independent decisions. Apply today to make a difference in the community!
About the Position
In this role, you will…
Research and analyze financial information to support budget preparation, meetings, and planning for HHS (Health Human Services) Core Services
Serve as the primary resource for entering operating budgets for Health and Human Services Core Service units
Prepare, monitor, and maintain State Grant Funding programs to ensure compliance with Chapter 388, Florida Statutes for Mosquito Control
Assist in developing financial strategies and educate staff on cost-reduction initiatives and policy interpretation
Analyze, allocate, monitor, and approve expenditures in compliance with internal and external guidelines across multiple financial systems
Perform month-end reconciliations and review revenue and expense reports for HHS Core Service units
Originate eGenda items for Board of County Commissioners review, ensuring required documentation and policy compliance
Coordinate with the Office of Financial Planning on Capital Asset inventory audits and compliance
Act as Financial Agent for chemical and pesticide purchases and collaborate with Procurement throughout the contract and bid processes
Manage purchasing activities, including purchase requests, POs, invoice approvals, Purchase Card oversight, and maintenance of records for audit compliance
Maintains all pertinent records, files, and documents; assures completeness and accuracy consistent with external and internal audit requirements.
Supervises Administrative Specialist I.
About the Schedule
Work Hours:
Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
Typical Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 – 4:00 p.m. (no weekends!)
As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.
About You
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field AND two (2) years of job-related experience.
-OR- Six (6) years of professional job-related experience can be substituted for the education at management’s discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of public sector contracting; establishing contracts, utilizing, and monitoring contracts for compliance
Knowledge of GovMax, eGenda, OnBase, Acrobat, Smartsheet, Excel, Word, Outlook
Must obtain Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Public Health Pest Control License in first 6 months (We can help with this!)
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $64,812.80 – $68,000.00 based on experience.
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
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