Accountant, Grants & Payroll

Posted: 12/17/25
Deadline: 1/30/26
Salary: $44,047 - $56,401

About This Organization

Northwest Florida State College

Job Duties

Job Description:

The individual filling this position is expected to play a positive role in helping the College change as necessary to effectively carry out its mission.

The Accountant, Grants & Payroll position is directly accountable to the Accounting Manager – Grants & Construction for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain budgetary and accountability control over assigned grants within the Restricted Fund group.
• Serve as backup for the Payroll Specialist, assisting with biweekly and monthly payroll processing.
• Perform assigned monthly payroll-related reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting.
• Post approved budgets, amendments, and financial transactions.
• Review and approve travel, credit card transactions, and requisitions as assigned.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to administrative and indirect costs.
• Prepare federal, state, local, and internal grant reports, including SEFA, as required.
• Respond to internal and external audit requests related to payroll and grants.
• Provide administrative and fiscal support to program managers and other fund groups.
• Participate in Banner Finance training and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with Board of Trustee materials as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and Accounting or the Vice President for Business Operations and Finance.

Benefits

• Health insurance for employee and dependent coverage available.
• College-paid basic life insurance for employee with additional coverage for employee and/or dependents at employee’s expense
• College-paid retirement with 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Optional dental and vision insurance at employee’s expense
• Paid leave accrual (sick and vacation/annual leave)
• Paid time off for designated holidays, winter break, and spring break
• Free tickets to designated Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Three (3) years of documented relevant work experience required.
• Payroll or general ledger accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in higher education or governmental accounting strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with computerized accounting systems required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Salary

$44,047 - $56,401

Other Info

Application Instructions:

All sections of the application must be completed.

Please provide a complete application package that includes all of the following:

• NWFSC Application.
• Resume.
• A cover letter explaining why you consider yourself qualified for this position.
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.

Required Application Materials

Apply Here: http://nwfsc.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=195734