Job description

Facility Contract Services is a Florida based contract services company, responsible for the employment and management of personnel for municipal clients. Facility Contract Services is currently seeking dynamic and goal-driven employees for the City of Pembroke Pines Police Department. Employees that are motivated to take on today’s greatest challenges and rewards in the field of local public service and who are passionate about making a difference in local government.

This exciting opportunity in the City of Pembroke Pines operates 4 days a week (Monday through Thursday 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.) and offers excellent compensation and benefits including health insurance and 401(k) with a Company match.

Job Summary

The Finance/Budget Specialist will work with various supervisors and managers in regard to preparing the annual department budget, maintaining accurate projections regarding the year to date revenue and expense and providing essential statistical data. Other functions include, but not limited to; examining budget requests for accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations; and comparing budget requests with prior year estimates and current operating reports, prepare special financial reports, etc.

Primary Responsibilities

• Processes accounts payable invoices for payment after verifying compliance with established procedures and policies. This includes researching and reconciling invoices listed on monthly statements from vendors.
• Reviews all department expenditures to ensure compliance with established procedures and policies. This includes verifying availability of budget funds and approval status of suggested vendor.
• Requisitions purchase orders and process change orders when necessary.
• Completes budget preparation; monitors expenditures; checks operating reports for accuracy and conformance to established policies and standards.
• Forecasts funding needs for operating programs with varying annual requirements for goods, services, equipment, and personnel.
• Compiles financial documents in support of reimbursements from government grants and other agencies.
• Assists with and coordinates end of fiscal year procedures by processing invoices for payment and closing out open purchase orders, prior to the fiscal year end.
• Responds to telephone or in-person inquiries; works with city officials and department heads; answers various inquiries personally; provides information on departmental services and functions.
• Performs any administrative tasks relating to budget and finance.

Requirements

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting supplemented by at least two (2) years of professional accounting and budgeting experience in public or private enterprises. A four year degree is preferred.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to maintain complex records and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of finance and budgeting.
• Ability to critically analyze information and problem solve.

BENEFITS:

One of the many advantages of working with the Vesta Property Services family of companies are the great benefits that we offer to you and your eligible dependents. We offer benefits that foster the health and well-being of you and your family such as medical, dental and vision coverage along with programs to enhance your financial security such as disability, life insurance and a 401 (k) retirement plan just to name a few. Benefits are offered to full-time employees (30+ hours per week).

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Facility Contract Services has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment consistent with the standards of the community in which the company operates. Alcohol and drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Facility Contract Services employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Facility Contract Services is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.

OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED

The above statements reflect the general information considered necessary to descript the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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