What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist - Temp/Seasonal position at City of Orlando Careers?
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
12-09-2025
Job Summary
Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Nature of Work: Performs paraprofessional accounting and financial record keeping work requiring knowledge of the practices and methods of accounting and familiarity with the operations and procedures of accounting systems. Employees assigned to this classification are primarily responsible for reviewing complex, detailed financial transactions for accuracy, completeness and conformance with established criteria; researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions to correct errors and reconcile accounts using computer and/or manual record keeping. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and performance is reviewed for technical accuracy through summary reports, verification of balances, discussions and direct observation.
Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in accounting/bookkeeping or related areas with one (1) year of experience in bookkeeping, clerical accounting or related areas; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Able to operate personal computer and experience in data entry is required with specific knowledge in Workday and Excel required. Experience with Accounts Payable, Receivables and Purchasing and the ability to type 25 WPM, processing supplier invoices/expense reports, and/or preparing journal entries. Must pass a background check.
THIS IS A PART_TIME_POSITION WITH NO GUARANTEE OF A CERTAIN NUMBER OF HOURS AND NO BENEFITS. THIS POSITION INVOLVES WORKING ON A TEMP/SEASONAL CONTRACT WHICH CAN BE RENEWED ANNUALLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND BUSINESS NEEED.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
12-09-2025
Job Summary
Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Nature of Work: Performs paraprofessional accounting and financial record keeping work requiring knowledge of the practices and methods of accounting and familiarity with the operations and procedures of accounting systems. Employees assigned to this classification are primarily responsible for reviewing complex, detailed financial transactions for accuracy, completeness and conformance with established criteria; researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions to correct errors and reconcile accounts using computer and/or manual record keeping. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and performance is reviewed for technical accuracy through summary reports, verification of balances, discussions and direct observation.
Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in accounting/bookkeeping or related areas with one (1) year of experience in bookkeeping, clerical accounting or related areas; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Able to operate personal computer and experience in data entry is required with specific knowledge in Workday and Excel required. Experience with Accounts Payable, Receivables and Purchasing and the ability to type 25 WPM, processing supplier invoices/expense reports, and/or preparing journal entries. Must pass a background check.
THIS IS A PART_TIME_POSITION WITH NO GUARANTEE OF A CERTAIN NUMBER OF HOURS AND NO BENEFITS. THIS POSITION INVOLVES WORKING ON A TEMP/SEASONAL CONTRACT WHICH CAN BE RENEWED ANNUALLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND BUSINESS NEEED.
Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.
If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:
- Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
- Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Salary : $19
