The Town of Surfside is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Accountant. Under the general supervision of the Finance Director performs professional work involving the maintenance of varied financial records and reports.

The preferred candidate must be able to:

• Prepare financial reports for various organizations including local, state, and federal agencies.
• Prepare bank reconciliations with related journal entries and documentation.
• Prepare journal entries to maintain General Ledger as directed.
• Establish and maintain job cost files, ensuring requests are appropriate from a budgetary standpoint. Assists in preparing cost allocations and cost studies.
• Prepare various account schedules as required for year-end activity.
• Oversees the capital assets schedule including inventory procedures and controls.
• Assist with risk management including management of insurance schedules.
• Assist with annual or periodic audit work, including audit schedules, documentation, support, and analyses.
• Responsible for FEMA financial coordination, documentation, and reporting.
• Resort Tax and Local Business Tax Receipts (LBTR) administration.
• Assist with preparation of Finance Manual.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.  Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and should have at least two (2) years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a municipal government.

(A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

Open until filled.

Salary range: $52,782.01 - $74,916.46 annually 

Excellent benefits

Send Application to:
Human Resources Department
9293 Harding Avenue
Surfside, FL 33154  Phone: (305) 861-4863

You may e-mail your resume to [email protected]

The Town of Surfside is an Equal Opportunity / Drug Free Workplace Employer. Veterans’ preference will be awarded under applicable Florida Law.  All resumes are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT (townofsurfsidefl.gov)

General Description:

The Surfside Police Department provides law enforcement services to a diverse community with a population of approximately 5,800 residents. The Police Department is a progressive, modern organization comprised of 31 sworn officers. Our officers provide the highest level of police service to the community we serve in a professional, courteous, ethical and judicious manner. Our civilian support staff provides an on-site communications center, property and evidence management and records management.

Work Experience/Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must be a certified Florida police officer as required by FDLE and/or CJSTC guidelines (the Police Department will accept applications from individuals who are currently attending a State of Florida Certified Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy and are schedule to graduate within 90 days)
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid Florida driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Must be in good physical condition
• Must have a good moral character
• Must not have any Felony convictions, nor disqualifying criminal histories
• Must successfully complete a thorough physical examination and drug screen
• Must successfully complete a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation
• Must successfully complete a Field Training Officer Program
• Must successfully complete a probationary period
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including midnight shifts and weekends
• A minimum of 2 years law enforcement experience (preferred)

Starting Salary: $ 73,034.85  annually 

Excellent benefits.

Open until filled.

Supplemental Information:

Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening.

Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources at the time of application.

Send Application to:

Human Resources Department
9293 Harding Avenue
Surfside, FL 33154  Phone: (305) 861-4863

You may e-mail your resume to [email protected]

The Town of Surfside is an Equal Opportunity / Drug Free Workplace Employer. Veterans’ preference will be awarded under applicable Florida Law.  All resumes are subject to Florida Public Records Laws.

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT (townofsurfsidefl.gov)