Job Description
Salary Range$30.59-$39.01
Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
11-17-2026
Job Summary
Accountant I: $27.27-$34.78 Depending on Qualifications
Accountant II: $28.81 -$36.73 Depending on Qualifications
Accountant III: $30.59-$39.01 Depending on Qualifications
Performs professional accounting and financial record-keeping work requiring knowledge of accounting practices and methods and familiarity with accounting systems' operations and procedures. Primarily responsible for reviewing complex, detailed financial transaction documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with established criteria; in addition to researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions to correct errors and reconcile accounts through computer and/or manual record-keeping. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures. Performance is reviewed for technical accuracy through discussions, direct observation, summary reports, and verification of balances.
Minimum Qualifications:
Accountant I: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and six (6) months of professional accounting experience or six (6) months work related experience with Microsoft Office products or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Governmental accounting experience preferred. CPA desired. Must pass background check which includes polygraph.
Accountant II: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and one (1) year of professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Governmental accounting experience preferred. CPA desired. Must pass background check which includes polygraph.
Accountant III: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and two (2) years of professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Governmental accounting experience preferred. CPA desired. Must pass background check which includes polygraph.
Promotions are not to be considered an automatic function of longevity and are subject to the review and authorization of the Supervisor. Last performance review must have resulted in an overall rating of Meets standards or better with no factor rating of less than meets.
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.
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