Accountant (Austin) Job at Texas Workforce Commission in Austin

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Overview

The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. To support our mission, we are looking for an Accountant VI to join the Revenue and Trust management Department. This position is located at 101 E. 15th St, Austin, Texas.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

What You Will Do

• The Accountant VI performs advanced or supervisory (senior-level) analytical work assisting with the oversight of the revenue activities.
• Work under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

You Will Be Trusted To

• Oversee the analysis and interpretation of revenue data and the cash position of the agency.
• Oversee and/or coordinate data compilation for financial reports, which may include working with other agencies.
• Prepare and review general ledger accounting entries and reconciliation of financial transactions.
• Serve as the backup point of contact for all federal draw activities.
• Maintain overall quality control of the accounting system and ensures the integrity of system processing and accounting files.
• Establish, install, and direct the maintenance of efficient accounting systems for controlling, recording, and reporting transactions.
• Oversee the detailed reporting of revenue to the Comptroller of public accounts.
• Oversee and/or prepare monthly and annual operating statements, financial statements, and reports.
• Analyze and recommend improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures.
• Audit general journal entries and payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers.
• Perform related duties as needed.

You Qualify With

• Three years and six months of full-time experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• A license to practice as a certified public accountant in Texas will satisfy the education and/or experience requirements.

You Are a Great Fit With

• Ability to perform complex data analysis using excel/access/SQL in a fast-paced environment.

You Gain

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive starting salary: $6,500.00 - $7,500.00/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

Veterans

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf

How To Apply

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search).

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Government Administration

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