Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System
Assistant Division Director, Accounting (Director II)
Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description - Assistant Division Director, Accounting (Director II) (00055075)
Job Description
Organization Assistant Division Director, Accounting (Director II) ( 00055075 ) : TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY
Primary Location Texas‑Austin
Work Locations Texas Education Agency 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE Austin 78701
Job Management
Employee Status Regular
Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time
State Job Code : 1621
Salary Admin Plan : B
Grade : 27
Salary (Pay Basis) 7,015.16 - 10,833.34 ( Monthly )
Number of Openings 1
Overtime Status Exempt
Job Posting Closing Date: Ongoing
Description MISSION:
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public‑school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.
Core Values
We are Determined:
We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
We are People‑Centered:
We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
We are Learners:
We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
We are Servant Leaders:
Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.
New hires, re‑hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Assistant Division Director, Accounting plays a key leadership role within the Accounting Division, reporting directly to the Senior Division Director, Accounting and directly supervises eight team members across the Cash Management and General Ledger (GL)/Financial Reporting sections. This role involves advanced, senior‑level managerial responsibilities, including providing direction and guidance in strategic operations, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Working under minimal supervision, the Assistant Division Director, Accounting exercises extensive latitude in decision‑making, demonstrating initiative and independent judgment to achieve organizational goals.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Annual Financial Reporting:
directs the preparation of state and federal grant reports and the agency’s Annual Financial Report (AFR) including reviewing and posting adjusting entries, performing fluctuation analysis, and preparing documents needed for annual audits
Reconciliation Review:
TCAPPS (TEA’s accounting system) and sub‑system reconciliations; reviews and approves quarterly binding encumbrance/payable reports, quarterly AFR reconciliations, and quarterly TCAPPS capital asset to State Property Accounting (SPA) reconciliations
Month‑End Close:
performs month‑end close procedure, establishes Consolidated Admin. Allocation setup, reviews and posts allocation journals as well as Cost Allocation Funding (CAF) journals
Transaction Review and Approval:
reviews and approves various transactions in TCAPPS and USAS systems, such as federal revenue draws, cash receipts entries, transfer journals, and other transactions daily or as needed
Team Management and Supervision:
directs personnel on the General Ledger/Financial Reporting and Cash Management teams by providing guidance and training, establishing performance measurements and staff development plans, and conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university
Degree fields:
Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. This may be an Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Accounting in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in any field. Degree/Certificate must include 18 semester hours in accounting.
Experience:
At least five [5] years of experience in accounting and financial operations, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, Annual Financial Reports, federal grants, and supervising accounting employees at a Texas state agency. At least 3 years must be in a supervisory/management capacity.
Substitutions:
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
A track record of exemplary management practices; ability to effectively lead and manage a team
Ability to perform complex accounting work and interpret and apply complex accounting theory
Advanced Excel skills, TCAPPS, USAS, and knowledge of budgetary control and state of Texas annual financial reporting (AFR) requirements
Ability to engage in a collaborative, results‑oriented team environment
Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
A desire to self‑reflect, give/receive feedback, and continuously improve
Current accreditation as a Certified Public Accountant highly preferred
8 or more years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a management/supervisory capacity preferred
Equal opportunity employer: We hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.
To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State’s Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military “occupational category” that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title.
This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre‑employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.
To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Employment at TEA page.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please add “capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov” and “@tea.texas.gov” to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.
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Job Description
Organization Assistant Division Director, Accounting (Director II) ( 00055075 ) : TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY
Primary Location Texas‑Austin
Work Locations Texas Education Agency 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE Austin 78701
Job Management
Employee Status Regular
Travel Yes, 5 % of the Time
State Job Code : 1621
Salary Admin Plan : B
Grade : 27
Salary (Pay Basis) 7,015.16 - 10,833.34 ( Monthly )
Number of Openings 1
Overtime Status Exempt
Job Posting Closing Date: Ongoing
Description MISSION:
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public‑school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.
Core Values
We are Determined:
We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
We are People‑Centered:
We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
We are Learners:
We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
We are Servant Leaders:
Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.
New hires, re‑hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Assistant Division Director, Accounting plays a key leadership role within the Accounting Division, reporting directly to the Senior Division Director, Accounting and directly supervises eight team members across the Cash Management and General Ledger (GL)/Financial Reporting sections. This role involves advanced, senior‑level managerial responsibilities, including providing direction and guidance in strategic operations, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Working under minimal supervision, the Assistant Division Director, Accounting exercises extensive latitude in decision‑making, demonstrating initiative and independent judgment to achieve organizational goals.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Annual Financial Reporting:
directs the preparation of state and federal grant reports and the agency’s Annual Financial Report (AFR) including reviewing and posting adjusting entries, performing fluctuation analysis, and preparing documents needed for annual audits
Reconciliation Review:
TCAPPS (TEA’s accounting system) and sub‑system reconciliations; reviews and approves quarterly binding encumbrance/payable reports, quarterly AFR reconciliations, and quarterly TCAPPS capital asset to State Property Accounting (SPA) reconciliations
Month‑End Close:
performs month‑end close procedure, establishes Consolidated Admin. Allocation setup, reviews and posts allocation journals as well as Cost Allocation Funding (CAF) journals
Transaction Review and Approval:
reviews and approves various transactions in TCAPPS and USAS systems, such as federal revenue draws, cash receipts entries, transfer journals, and other transactions daily or as needed
Team Management and Supervision:
directs personnel on the General Ledger/Financial Reporting and Cash Management teams by providing guidance and training, establishing performance measurements and staff development plans, and conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university
Degree fields:
Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. This may be an Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Accounting in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in any field. Degree/Certificate must include 18 semester hours in accounting.
Experience:
At least five [5] years of experience in accounting and financial operations, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, Annual Financial Reports, federal grants, and supervising accounting employees at a Texas state agency. At least 3 years must be in a supervisory/management capacity.
Substitutions:
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
A track record of exemplary management practices; ability to effectively lead and manage a team
Ability to perform complex accounting work and interpret and apply complex accounting theory
Advanced Excel skills, TCAPPS, USAS, and knowledge of budgetary control and state of Texas annual financial reporting (AFR) requirements
Ability to engage in a collaborative, results‑oriented team environment
Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines
Excellent written and oral communication skills
A desire to self‑reflect, give/receive feedback, and continuously improve
Current accreditation as a Certified Public Accountant highly preferred
8 or more years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a management/supervisory capacity preferred
Equal opportunity employer: We hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.
To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State’s Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military “occupational category” that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title.
This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre‑employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.
To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Employment at TEA page.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please add “capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov” and “@tea.texas.gov” to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.
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