Job Description

Grant Accountant

Salary Information: $5,050.00/MO. - B20

State Classification: Accountant IV - 1018

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Posting Number: 24-57607-4R

Location: Austin, TX

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture Financial Services Division supports TDA programs by performing financial duties in the areas of accounting, budget, purchasing, contracting, accounts payable and payroll.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Grant Accountant will perform complex accounting work. You will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing and reconciling financial transactions related to state and federal grants; maintaining daily grant data; compiling reports relating to grants, and preparing monthly financial statements. You will work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare financial statements, reports, and schedules; prepare and audit general journal entries; audit payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers for grants.

Maintain accounting records on expenditures, revenues, and the posting of journals for assigned grant programs.

Classify, code, post, and balance financial and accounting documents and records for grants.

Process grant drawdown from the federal line-of-credit systems and deposit funds in accounting systems.

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual status of funds and expenditures to be submitted to federal oversight agencies.

Prepare financial reports and supporting information for senior management.

Prepare and review the cash processing activities ensuring entries and adjustments are made to proper accounts and determine the proper methods for recording financial transactions for grants.

Reviews financial records for accuracy and ensure conformance to established internal and external policies, guidelines and standards.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree (one year of work experience related to the primary responsibilities may substitute for one year of college).

Two (2) years' work experience in accounting and/or financial operations.

A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related field or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (in good standing) can substitute for required work experience.

PREFER

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related.

Experience with State of Texas accounting systems such as USAS or CAPPS.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and state laws pertaining to public funds, governmental finance and automated accounting systems.

Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; operating a personal computer with applicable software; math aptitude and critical thinking.

Ability to perform and interpret numerical analyses; analyze, evaluate and summarize accounting records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules and regulations; explain technical accounting information in an understandable manner; efficiently organize, prepare and maintain volumes of detailed records, files, procedures and reports; organize information and provide clear audit trails for documentation; work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer, and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 5%), occasionally overnight.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Group Health & Basic Life Insurance for employees

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Paid Sick Leave

• Longevity Pay

• Dental

• Vision

• Dependent Optional Life Insurance

• Voluntary AD&D Insurance

• Dependent Health & Life Insurance

• Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

Only candidates selected for a skills exercise/interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted for interview purposes.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

*A valid government-issued driver's license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver's license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran's status, or protected activity (retaliation). TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7454.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Veterans and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Accounting, Auditing and Finance MOS Codes.