Accountant III

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Job Description:

This position offers a work life balance with an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule with a minimum 2-day work in office.

The Accounts Payable Accountant III is selected by and reports to the Client Expenditure Manager within Expenditure Management. This position will function as an Accounts Payable Specialist in the Client Expenditure area of Expenditure Management. This position provides technical guidance and ensures accuracy of accounts payable operations for the agency. Specifically, this position creates complex manual vouchers necessary for agency contract payments. This position specializes in preparing, auditing, and posting various encumbered and unencumbered vouchers ensuring accuracy and appropriate documentation. This position is also responsible for interpreting and implementing state and federal rules and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. This position works under general direction with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

Essential Job Function:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Prepares, audits, data enters, and posts various encumbered and unencumbered vouchers. Coordinates and ensures that daily payment voucher posting processing schedules are met. Ensures there is appropriate documentation and authorization for every voucher entered. (60%)

Audits and ensures the accurate and timely preparation and entry of complex accounts payable vouchers into the internal accounting system (CAPPS Financial). Ensures there is appropriate documentation and authorization for every voucher sent to be approved. This includes reconciliation for all vouchers, expenditure transfer vouchers (ETV), cancellation and refund vouchers in CAPPS Financial while ensuring appropriate documentation is maintained. (25%)

Works with vendors, programs, and agency staff to process accounts payable transactions, cancellations, corrections and refunds in a timely and accurate manner. Assists agency staff and management as necessary to process accounts payable and refund transactions, answers questions, research problems, and follow-up as necessary. Take on other tasks as assigned. (15%)

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of accounting principles and their applicability to state financial accounting is preferred.

2. Knowledge of and ability to use complex automated accounting systems, including but not limited to CAPPS Financial (PeopleSoft Financial), Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), and Texas Identification Number System (TINS) is preferred.

3. Basic knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures is preferred.

4. Skill in use of a personal computer, computer software, including spreadsheet, database, email, and word processing applications is preferred.

5. Skill in working under general direction with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

6. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships both internal and external to the agency.

7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

8. Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and assignments, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Initial Screen Criteria:

Experience in accounting and financial operations.  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred.  Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

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.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS 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 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.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

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