State Preservation Board is hiring: Retail Accountant in Austin

Overview

The State Preservation Board (SPB) preserves, maintains, and restores the State Capitol and the 1857 General Land Office, which houses the Capitol Visitors Center. Since that time, agency operations have expanded to include care of the Governor's Mansion, operating the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Texas State Cemetery, Capitol Mall, and three Capitol Complex legislative office buildings. We provide educational programs centered on Texas history, government, and culture for the citizens of Texas and its visitors. For more information about the State Preservation Board visit tspb.texas.gov.

Posting Details

• Posting: 2025-039
• Primary Location: 201 E 14th Street, Austin, TX 78701
• Job Type: Full-Time, Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm
• Hiring Range: $5,000/month
• Salary Plan: B-18
• Job Class (Code): Accountant III (1016)
• Posting Dates: July 14, 2025 - Until Filled

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and other insurances, a defined benefit pension and 401K retirement plans, parental leave, flexible spending and dependent care accounts options, free parking and free Museum Membership. For more information about State of Texas Employee benefits visit the Employees Retirement System website.

Join Our Team

Are you an experienced accounting professional who values accuracy, accountability, and public service? We’re looking for a detail-driven individual to join our accounting team and help manage vital financial operations that support our agency's mission. If you thrive in a structured setting, enjoy solving problems, and are committed to excellence in financial stewardship, we invite you to apply and grow with us.

Position Summary

The Retail Accountant reports to the Chief Accountant and takes direction from both the Chief Accountant and the Chief Financial Officer. This position is responsible for performing moderately complex accounting duties, including maintaining, preparing, posting, and reconciling financial and budgetary statements, records, documents, and reports. The role may focus on specific areas such as federal funds accounting, property and equipment control, cost accounting, or budgeting. The Retail Accountant is expected to meet deadlines and deliver accurate outcomes while performing all duties with a calm, professional demeanor. A high level of customer service is essential in all business interactions. This position requires an individual who is results-driven and able to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Strong judgment, organization, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively are critical. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is maintaining a respectful, professional, and service-oriented approach when interacting with employees, vendors, visitors, and the public.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and financial operations.
• Emphasis on accuracy and accountability; strong customer service.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting; strong judgment, organization, flexibility, and task prioritization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; professional and service-oriented interactions with staff, vendors, visitors, and the public.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Facilities Services

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