Texas Health and Human Services · 1 week ago
Clerk III - Accounting
Terrell, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$2,694/mo - $3,946/moTexas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. The Clerk III provides administrative and financial support services, performing senior-level clerical and financial work such as bookkeeping, inventory audits, and mail processing while ensuring excellent customer service.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned
Responsible for receiving, sorting, date stamping, and distributing all the campus mail from the post office
Participates in the daily run to the local post office to pick up and drop off mail
Receiving, filing, and storing of completed purchase vouchers and journal vouchers (Regional facility) and deposit vouchers
Coordinates requesting materials, postage, registered mail, packages and other office supplies with Financial Officer
Assist in maintaining the storage, tracking log, and release of personal effects
Receive patient personal effects from admissions and/or unit drop-off boxes
Perform annual escheats of patient’s personal effects
Coordinate with the Accounting Technician II (NRAO) or Accountant I (RBMO) in distribution of payroll warrants
Distributes cash per patient special requests or client outings
Writes receipts to reflect the source of the funds (petty cash or trust fund) and the purpose of the payment
Receives unused funds back, reconciles the petty cash box, and communicates with the Accountant I (RBMO) the balances needed to replenish the petty cash
Prepares daily receipts (call in sheets) and daily bank deposits
Receives funds (cash or check) through mail or at the cashier window
Writes receipts and pulls all documentation together for the Accounting Technician II to deposit
Assist the Property Department on their annual asset inventory for all assets in the accounting department
Assist with canteen inventory (if one on the campus) to inventory the stock at the canteen
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to administration, cashiers, and fiscal services
Provides training on tasks to new employees in the same role
Participate and/or serve in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligation for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation
Qualification
Required
Experience performing clerical functions
Experience in a cash handling/customer service environment, preferably in a state hospital or state supported living center setting
Graduation from a standard or high school or equivalent
Requires a valid driver's license
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position
The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required
Benefits
100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
Defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Numerous opportunities for career advancement
Company
Texas Health and Human Services
Texas Health and Human Services is an agency that focuses on improving health, safety and well-being.
Founded in 1907
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dr. Napoleon Broughton
Chief Executive Officer: Life Enhancement Solutions
John F. Palermo
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