Job #: 2024-86
- TWC Job #: 16699103
- Opening Date: 8/01/2024
- Travel Required: N/A
- Monthly Salary: $6,250.00 - $7,916.67
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: B23 - B25
- Class: 1022 - 1024
- Status: Open
Senior Accountant – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for an experienced Accountant (Accountant VI-VII) to work in the Financial Services Division.
Who We Are
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
What You’ll Earn
The salary is $6,250.00 - $7,916.67 a month ($75,000.00 - $95,000.04 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
What You’ll Do
This is a job that performs advanced to highly advanced accounting work. Work involves the oversight and/or preparation of financial analyses and reports, reconciliations, accounting system entries, and Annual Financial Report (AFR) schedules, exhibits, and notes.
- Oversees the allocation of state and federal funds to agency operating programs and develops suitable plans for validating and matching the various federal funds used in financing agency operations.
- Assists in the planning, development, and submission of the agency’s annual financial report in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts requirements.
- Audits general journal entries
- Prepares and reviews general ledger accounting entries and reconciliation of financial transactions.
- Prepares PIFA reports for the non-profits.
- Serves as the Public Funds Investment Officer for the non-profits.
- Serves as back-up for other General Ledger and federal grants accounting staff.
- Reviews and writes procedures as necessary.
- Assists with preparation of the Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) and Operating Budget, Assists with preparation of the annual non-financial reports.
- Oversees and/or prepares the monthly reconciliation of agency revenues and expenditures, cash, and accounts.
How You’ll Qualify
Accountant VI
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, or related field; and
- Four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a related field.
Accountant VII
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, or related field; and
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a related field.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will substitute for two (2) years of experience.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Certified Public Accountant.
- Experience in the oversight of federal funds.
- Experience using the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) financials and using State of Texas Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who is pursuing a career in government accounting. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
How to Apply
Applications are received only throughWork In Texas. The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application.Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Office of the Governor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Office of the Governor participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Male candidates between 18 and 25 years of age are required to show proof of Selective Service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment being extended. Such proof is not required to be filed with an application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office. For additional information pertaining to Selective Service registration, you may visitwww.sss.gov. View a copy of the Agency'sEqual Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
Notice to Applicants Who May Require Reasonable Accommodation in the Interview Process
Applicants with disabilities who may need to discuss special accommodations during the interview process should emailthe OOG’s Reasonable Accommodation Program Manager orcall 512-463-8315in the Human Resources Department. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.
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(512) 463-5873
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