General Ledger Accountant

Date: Jun 27, 2025

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

WHY WORK FOR DFPS?

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected — children, elderly, and people with disabilities — from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.

Functional Title: General Ledger Accountant	Job Title: Accountant II Gen Ledger
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc	Department: Accounting
Posting Number: 6693	Closing Date: 07/27/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External	Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-16	Salary Range: $4,010.00 - $5,094.16
Shift: Day	Additional Shift:
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework	Travel: Up to 20%
Regular/Temporary: Regular	Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt	Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN	Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD

Other Locations:

MOS Codes:

3400, 3401,3404, 3408, 3451, 36A, 36B, 65F1, 65F3, 65F4, 65FX, 6F000, 6F011, 6F031, 6F051, 6F071

6F091, 6F0X1, 8844, 020, 3402, 3432, 9FIN, F&S, 70C, 89A,92A, 920A, 1005

Job Description:

This accountant II performs complex accounting work relating to the receipt, disposition and monitoring of recoupments and miscellaneous revenues received by the agency. Work involves coding, posting, and balancing accounting documents and records; receiving cash; preparing deposit slips; assisting with the monitoring of daily cash receipts to ensure all money received is properly accounted for and deposited timely to meet compliance deadlines. Job functions also include general ledger entry, journal posting, and other general ledger functions. This work involves the use of several different systems (CAPPS Financials, USAS, Cashier, and QuickBooks).

This position may provide cross-training and guidance to other accounting staff on critical job functions. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and must have the ability to complete assignments within the defined parameters and deadlines.

Essential Job Functions:

Sorts, codes, and records receipt of revenue into the Accounts Receivable Database (Cashier) and QuickBooks
Prepares, records, and delivers daily deposits.
Processes corrections identified during reconciliation to ensure accurate reporting.
Monitors and records revenue entries of Comptroller generated items.
Researches, gathers supporting documentation, and processes transactions related to expenditure refunds, Warrant Holds, OAG collections and other funds, including ITVs from other Agencies.
Facilitates and assists with recoupment efforts and processes payment plan requests for funds owed to the agency.
Records and processes recoupments in accordance with DFPS policies and State and Federal statutes and guidelines.
Assist in the maintenance, development, and upgrade efforts of the recoupment items tracking database.
Cross-train and provide backup coverage for others in the unit.
Interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, representatives from other State agencies, and the general public.
Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations, including assisting in other areas of the Cash Management unit and the Accounting Division.
Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers all work-related contacts.
Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge in governmental accounting and financial operations, including Cash Management, Accounts Receivables, and General Ledger.
Experience in governmental accounting and financial operations is preferred.
Experience in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Knowledge of complex automated accounting systems.
Knowledge of HHSAS/CAPPS Fin, USAS and CAPPS HR preferred.
Knowledge of State of Texas accounting procedures including GMP standards.
Excellent written communication skills including the use of proper grammar and capitalization.
Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory and business processes rules and regulations.
Ability to analyze and interpret accounting data.
Ability to complete assigned work within established deadlines.
Ability to work closely on a team with varying personalities to meet hard deadlines in an ever-changing environment.
Ability to prepare concise reports.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

N/A

Initial Selection Criteria:

- Graduation from high school or equivalent.
- Two (2) years full-time accounting, general ledger, bookkeeping, financial operations, or banking experience.

Acceptable substitutions:

- Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of nine hours of accounting may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.
- Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of twelve hours of accounting may be substituted for two (2) years of required experience

Additional Information:

N/A

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.