Cash Management Accountant V

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Functional Title: Cash Management Accountant V 
Job Title: Accountant V 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: HHSC Accounting 
Posting Number: 10526 
Closing Date: 11/10/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22 
Salary Range: $6,000.00 - $6,300.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations: Austin 
MOS Codes: 3451,310X,651X,751X,3402,3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,90A,36B,89A,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10,LS,LSS,PS,SK 
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Accountant V:

This position reports to the Cash Management Appropriations Manager and performs highly complex (senior-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of financial analyses and reports; establishing, maintaining, and/or overseeing accounting systems, procedures, and controls; and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of agency budgets. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Analyzes and recommends improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures. Coordinates data compilation for annual financial reports, which may include working with the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts’ Financial Reporting Section to compile the statewide Annual Financial Report.
Develops, coordinates, or produces complex reports for monitoring and reporting agency financial information.

Essential Job Functions:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Performs advanced accounting work related to cash management. Compute, process, monitor and manage general ledger entries. Perform research on and resolve cash management general ledger accounting financial problems and questions as required.

Performs advanced accounting work related to monitoring the budgets and maintaining adequate cash and authority balances for all supplemental appropriations.

Prepares various reconciliations of accounts, funds, and appropriations related to cash management to ensure corresponding balances and report findings. Monitor and reconcile accounting information from CAPPS FIN and external sources to ensure the integrity of the data related to cash management in the general ledger.

Serves as liaison or contact person with agency staff, contract staff, budget office, program staff, state auditors and federal representatives in areas of cash management.

Ensures the integrity of cash management data in CAPPS FIN and USAS by analyzing processes and internal controls. Recommends and implements changes as necessary.

Participate on special projects as required or requested and other duties as assigned. These tasks may require coordination with staff within the agency, other state or federal agencies, or outside entities.  

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A  

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of financial administration, budget control, and fiscal accounting; of governmental accounting; of budget control methods, policies, and procedures; and of laws and regulations pertaining to fiscal operations.

Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.

Extensive Excel experience.

Ability to interpret accounting policies and procedures, to set up accounting systems, to interpret laws and regulations, to apply accounting theory, to communicate clearly and effectively, and the ability to work independently.  

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business, or a related field is generally preferred. However, each year of experience may substitute for one year of college on a year for year basis, for up to four years.

Experience with Automated accounting systems.

Experience reconciling complex accounting systems.  

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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.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.