Staff Accountant I

Job overview

Staff Accountant I is an onsite role in The Villages, FL, paying $28.60 per hour. The position reports to a Senior Accountant and supports the Finance Department’s accounting services for local government Community Development Districts. The accountant prepares and records financial transactions, reconciles accounts, and assists with monthly financial reporting. The work helps maintain accurate district financial records, support payroll and billing processes, and provide information for annual audits and financial oversight.

What you'll do

• Prepare and record revenue and expenditure journal entries
• reconcile cash and general ledger accounts
• prepare accounts receivable billings, annual assessment billings, and monthly lease billings
• complete monthly sales tax filings
• audit change and petty cash funds
• prepare monthly financial statements with analysis of fluctuations and variances
• validate and process bi-weekly payroll transactions and reconcile related liability transfers
• support developer true-ups and check requests
• process wire transfer forms
• review journal entries
• provide reports and support to auditors
• research special projects as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff accountant i

the villages fl

village center community development district

accounting

governmental accounting

journal entries

account reconciliation

financial reporting

payroll

accounts receivable

sales tax

new graduates encouraged

$28.60/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

New graduates are encouraged to apply. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field is required; CGFO is preferred and a valid Florida driver’s license is required.

About the employer

Village Center Community Development District is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development. Sector: 92.