Texas Department of Family and Protective Services · 1 day ago
Cash Management Accountant VII
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$7,000/mo - $8,500/mo
3+ years expThe Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. They are seeking a Cash Management Accountant VII to perform highly advanced accounting work in cash management, federal draws, accounts receivable, and reconciliation, while also serving as a team lead and expert advisor in these areas.
Individual & Family Services
Responsibilities
Serve as a resource, liaison, and subject matter expert in the areas of Cash Management, Federal Draws, Accounts Receivable, Appropriation Control and other aspects of General Ledger accounting to staff and management. (30%)
Audit, review and approve accounting documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes and regulations, including voucher and journal entries. (30%)
Review, analyze and interpret State and Federal financial regulations and policies to ensure compliance with State and Federal Regulations, including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). (5%)
Evaluate, recommend, and develop policies, internal controls, guidelines and procedures to improve financial operations. (5%)
Identify reconciliation discrepancies in accounting transactions, determine the proper corrective action, and coordinate with the appropriate staff to correct the discrepancies. (10%)
Compile information for various Federal, State and Internal Audit requests as assigned. (1%)
Assist with the preparation of periodic financial statements and reports in accordance with state and federal reporting requirements. (1%)
Interact with agency administrators and staff, the Comptroller’s office and other stakeholders on accounting and fiscal-related matters. (10%)
Provide staff training. (7%)
Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain accounting operations, including assisting in other areas of the Cash Management Unit and the Accounting Division. (1%)
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Six (6) years of progressively responsible full-time accounting, financial operations, banking, or budget experience OR Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field, and three (3) years of progressively responsible full-time accounting, financial operations, banking, or budget experience
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems including GAAP standards
Knowledge and experience in governmental accounting and financial operations, including Accounts Receivable, Appropriation Control, Cash Management, Reconciliation, and/or Federal Grant draws
Experience with HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS, and/ or similar financial systems
Experience with Microsoft Office computer applications (e.g. Excel, Outlook, Word)
Experience with completing complex account reconciliations
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software
Advanced problem-solving skills related to administrative/accounting policies and procedures
Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies pertaining to fiscal operations
Ability to plan procedures, coordinate accounting operations, and provide guidance to others
Ability to work within established deadlines
Ability to reconcile complex accounts
Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data into concise reports
Ability to communicate effectively
Preferred
Experience in State or Federal financial reporting, reconciliation of financial data using automated accounting systems, and/ or General Ledger accounting
Benefits
100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
Optional dental, vision, and life insurance —at rates much lower than most private plans
Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.
Company
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is in charge of guarding those who are not guarded, such as children and the elderly.
10001+ employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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