THC - Accountant (Accountant VII) 25-11

Job Description

JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform highly advanced (senior-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing and overseeing the preparation of financial analyses and reports; establishing, maintaining, or overseeing accounting systems, procedures, and controls; and preparing and overseeing the preparation of agency budgets. May plan, assign, or supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Oversee the control of cash receipts, deposits, and disbursements; the documentation of claims for payment; and the payroll preparation and processing.
2. Prepare and coordinate the planning, development, and submission of the agency's Annual Financial Report (AFR) in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) requirements.
3. Prepare and review general ledger accounting entries and reconciliation of financial transactions.
4. Recommend and implement agency accounting and financial policies and procedures in accordance with statute and professionally accepted standards.
5. Perform accounting functions using various software applications, including Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Excel, and Word.
6. Work with the CPA, Chief Financial Officer, and budget staff with appropriation control in USAS and CAPPS.
7. Reconcile grant-funded accounts with the assistance of the Grants Coordinator.
8. Prepare, reconcile, and provide payment for the annual State Office of Risk Management (SORM) report.
9. Oversee, monitor, or conduct USAS and CAPPS balance reconciliation.
10. Monitor and budget-check requisitions and verify commitment accounting code setups in the CAPPS Financial module, as needed.
11. Monitor and approve Accounts Payable vouchers in the CAPPS Financial module, including monthly Voyager billing and agency travel vouchers.
12. Prepare and coordinate purchases of real property.
13. Make appropriate voucher adjustments to reconcile fiscal year (FY) journal entries.
14. Establish and audit Position Control (PCA), appropriation control, and Budget documents in USAS.
15. Reconcile and provide payment on the Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP).
16. Reconcile DCS monthly billings and prepare biennial forecasting.
17. Reconcile the Capital Expenditure Plan (MP1) Report according to the instructions provided by the Bond Review Board (BRB) for preparing the Legislative Appropriation Request (LAR).
18. Assist with preparing the LAR.
19. Prepare and submit Benefits Proportional by Fund Accounting Policy Statement (APS 011) annually to the Comptroller of Public Accounts
20. Prepare and oversee or enter journal vouchers in compliance with APS 001 for Benefit Costs
21. Prepare, monitor, or enter Unexpended Balance Authority (UB) vouchers as needed per APS 018.
22. Assist with matching HX and IN Browser Transactions.
23. Assist in the preparation of Fiscal Notes.
24. Assist with the completion of binding encumbrances per APS 018.
25. Assist with the preparation of the agency's operating budget.
26. Assist with the preparation of the base reconciliation.
27. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.
28. Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance.
29. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

(The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met):

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, banking, finance, or a related field;
• Minimum five years of progressive full-time experience in state agency accounting;
• Experience with Annual Financial Report (AFR) preparation;
• Experience with Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS Financials);
• Experience with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS);
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
• Required to travel up to 10% of the work period.

PREFER:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Banking, Finance, or a closely related field;
• Minimum of two years of lead or supervisory experience;
• Experience with commitment accounting set-ups;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills;
• Knowledge of fiscal programs, governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies, and procedures, as well as laws and regulations pertaining to financial operations.
• Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers;
• Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software;
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct accounting programs;
• Ability to budget funds, set up accounting systems, and interpret laws and regulations;
• Ability to perform complex accounting transactions and interpret laws and regulations;
• Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people;
• Ability to research, analyze, and solve data entry problems;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner;
• Ability to plan, organize, and work independently, as well as within a team environment;
• Ability to supervise the work of others;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:Must have or obtain a valid Driver's License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles.

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 to work extended periods at a computer, and may require working extended hours and some evenings, weekends, and overnight, as needed.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: All CAPPS Recruit job postings extend priority of service to veterans, a surviving spouse, orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty, spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on active duty, or spouse of a veteran with a disability if the spouse is the primary income for the household.

To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD 214, NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD Form 1300 with an applicable marriage license or birth certificate must be provided before an interview can be extended.

REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements): State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS website. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application.

The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or protected activity in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors.

As part of the employment process, THC will conduct a driving and criminal background check. Unsatisfactory information relevant to the position may disqualify the applicant from employment.

Disability access for testing and interview accommodations can be provided upon reasonable notice by contacting Human Resources at 512-305-6729.

THC 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.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf

Veterans: Go to www.texasskillstowork.com for assistance translating your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

For New Hires/Rehires: Health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

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