Reconciliation Accountant III

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Accountant - III
Accounts Receivable – Reconciliation Team
 

Job Description:
 

Do you like solving mysteries and working to meet deadlines?  Do you enjoy working as a team to meet goals while being responsible for completing your own tasks?

If you have experience performing reconciliation in accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling, then this job opportunity is for you.
You will work in the Chief Financial Officer’s Accounting department to:
 

• Process prepared paperwork for fund moves, withdrawals, returned items, and other financial actions as needed.

• Prepare paperwork for Attorney General’s (AG) Office payments

• Prepare paperwork for Treasury Offset Program (TOP) payments

• Prepare paperwork for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments

• Prepare paperwork for suspense account fund moves

• Backup the Recon Processing Team and Detail Processing Team tasks as needed.

You will report to the Detail Processing Team Lead on the Accounts Receivable Detail Processing Team.
You will need experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling and reconciliation.

You will need experience using an automated accounting system or customer service database.

You will need experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
 

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

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

2. Validate and process fund moves, returned items, withdrawals, and other assigned tasks through an automated accounting system.

3. Research and prepare paperwork for AG, TOP, and SNAP payments.

4. Provide in-depth research and investigation into funds that are in the suspense accounts to allocate using all available resources.

5. Backup to Detail Team payment processing and Recon Team refund processing.

6. Contact stakeholders by email and/or phone to verify correct allocation information.

7. Assists in the completion of special projects as and when assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affection the maintenance of accounting records in an automated accounting system.

2. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to transactions; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively.

3. Skill in the use of personal computers, auxiliary equipment, and various software applications.

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

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

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

7. Skill in problem identification and resolution.

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

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Experience in accounting, finance, cash handling, or related fields.  State or Government accounting preferred.

• Experience using an automated accounting system or customer database system.

• Experienced user of MS office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

• Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State job application.

• Graduated from High School or equivalent.  Work experience may be substituted for higher education in accounting, financial field, or related.

Additional information:

Ability to work closely on a team with varying personalities to meet hard deadlines in an ever-changing environment.

Demonstrate consideration and respect for others in the workplace. Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful work situations.

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 is an in-office job in Central Austin working with a fun group of people.

Not eligible to telework.

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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