Texas Historical Commission · 2 weeks ago
THC - Director of Finance and Accounting (Director IV) 26-31
Texas-AustinWork Locations
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expTexas Historical Commission is seeking a Director of Finance and Accounting to provide vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the Commission’s financial functions. The role involves overseeing daily operations related to financial reports, budgeting, and grant management, while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
GovTechMechanical DesignMedia and Entertainment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Advise and recommend appropriate action on fiscal matters and institute control for sound fiscal management of state and federal funds to implement and maintain Commission Program goals and objectives
Oversee accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, appropriations control, grant management, and reporting
Oversee the establishment of goals and objectives; develop schedules, priorities, and standards for achievement of goals; and direct evaluation activities
As directed, make presentations before the Texas Legislature or the Commission on budget and other financial matters
Develop long-range fiscal policies and develop/monitor agency project budgets
Ensure the protection and custody of funds and related financial documentation
Formulate and implement policy/procedures for Commission budget and financial activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations concerning fiscal management of government funds and resources
Oversee activities to receive, disburse, deposit, and account for Commission funds
Oversee formulation, presentation, and monitoring of the Commission’s operating budget
Oversee preparation of financial summaries and forecasts reflecting income and expenditures
Represent the Commission at national, state, and local levels concerning budget and financial activities
Review proposed legislation and oversee the implementation of legislation affecting budget and financial activities
Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing, reporting, and the use of funds
Assist in legislative analysis and the preparation of Fiscal Notes
Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance
Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a related field
Minimum ten years of work experience in fiscal management practices and procedures in budget and accounting operations
Five years' of experience working for a State of Texas agency
Two years of director-level experience within a finance and/or accounting department at a state agency
Two years of experience in managing budgets with multiple methods of finance, including local funds at the department or agency level
Two years' of demonstrated experience in the preparation and review of financial reports, such as Annual Financial Report, Legislative Appropriations Request, and Operating Budgets
Five years' experience serving in a supervisory or managerial capacity
Two years' experience with the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and/or CAPPS Financials
The ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle
Required to travel up to 10% of the work period
Preferred
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a closely related field
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Governmental Financial Manager
Familiarity with federal funding and associated rules and regulations
Five years' experience supervising a departmental budget for a state agency
Benefits
Health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.
Company
Texas Historical Commission
Texas Historical Commission is a govtech and media and entertainment company located in Austin.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Daniel Estrada, CPA, MBA
CFO/Director of Finance and Accounting
Anjali Kaul Zutshi
Chief Development Officer; Executive Director of the Friends of the THC
Recent News
2025-04-26
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