Utility Fiscal Specialist
City of Winter Haven, FL, Winter Haven, Florida, United States, 33884
Utility Fiscal Specialist
Category: Full-Time
Application Closing Date: February 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments 12 Paid Holidays Per Year 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the department’s budget, including revenues and expenditures
Verify and process invoices for payment, requisitions, and purchase card transactions
Compile and maintain all fiscal and bookkeeping records
Produce a variety of fiscal reports, routinely and as requested
Monitor the Requests for Proposals, Quotations and Qualifications process
Oversee Central Stores records, purchases, receipts and inventory, including the year‑end accounting
Assist with clerical tasks for the department when needed, including answering phones, greeting customers, assisting administrative staff, and running the office
Create presentations or other communication material; serve on inter‑departmental committees
Perform other duties as assigned
This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of accounting, fiscal, cash collection, and financial management principles; and office practices and procedures
Use of Excel and other financial related programs
Ability to use independent judgment to solve financial problems and work collaboratively with co‑workers
Use of good time management skills
Good customer service skills
Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in accounting and fiscal processes is preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted
Special Requirements
Absence of non‑prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven
Physical / Environmental Factors
Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG‑FREE WORKPLACE Our Mission: Enriching lifestyle through exceptional service. Physical Address 500 Third Street NW Winter Haven, FL 33881
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Application Closing Date: February 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments 12 Paid Holidays Per Year 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the department’s budget, including revenues and expenditures
Verify and process invoices for payment, requisitions, and purchase card transactions
Compile and maintain all fiscal and bookkeeping records
Produce a variety of fiscal reports, routinely and as requested
Monitor the Requests for Proposals, Quotations and Qualifications process
Oversee Central Stores records, purchases, receipts and inventory, including the year‑end accounting
Assist with clerical tasks for the department when needed, including answering phones, greeting customers, assisting administrative staff, and running the office
Create presentations or other communication material; serve on inter‑departmental committees
Perform other duties as assigned
This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of accounting, fiscal, cash collection, and financial management principles; and office practices and procedures
Use of Excel and other financial related programs
Ability to use independent judgment to solve financial problems and work collaboratively with co‑workers
Use of good time management skills
Good customer service skills
Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in accounting and fiscal processes is preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted
Special Requirements
Absence of non‑prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven
Physical / Environmental Factors
Must have the physical ability, strength, and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG‑FREE WORKPLACE Our Mission: Enriching lifestyle through exceptional service. Physical Address 500 Third Street NW Winter Haven, FL 33881
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