Texas Health and Human Services · 23 hours ago
Accountant III - AR Mail Room
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$4,500/mo - $4,725/mo
3+ years expTexas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. They are seeking an Accountant III to perform moderately complex accounting work, including processing and safeguarding payments, and ensuring compliance with Federal and State guidelines.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure the safekeeping of negotiable instruments, cash payments, and financial documents received by HHSC Accounts Receivable
Open and sort mail separating mail containing payments from mail that does not contain payments. Forward mail that does not contain payments to the appropriate party
Scan payments to maintain digital records for reconciliation purposes
Log and categorize incoming payments by the correct receipt category
Create, log, and assign Document Locator Numbers (DLN) to the payments to pass to an onsite vendor to scan and create a digital record
Verify all payments are received back from the scanning contractor ensuring all funds are accounted for
Complete initial entry of negotiable instruments into the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS)
Create a log sheet of payments entered in the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS), verify all payments are accounted for, and deliver completed payments to the Detail Processing Team
Secure payments nightly in vault room for safekeeping at the end of each shift
Cross train in other areas of the Accounts Receivable Department to aid as a backup as needed and assigned by management
Work on special assignments as determined by management to accommodate business needs and deadlines. Assists in the completion of special projects when requested
Qualification
Required
Graduated from High School or equivalent
At least three years of experience in computer-based inquiry and data entry, in an accounting system
At least three years of experience using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Team
Experience opening, sorting, and processing incoming mail including payments
Knowledge of policies and procedures for cash handling or fund processing
Skill in the use of personal computers, auxiliary equipment, and various software applications
Skill in problem identification and resolution
Ability to interpret and apply accounting data and work accurately with numerical detail
Ability to work within established deadlines and ability to prepare accurate reports
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providers, agency staff, and others
Ability to work under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment
Benefits
100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
A 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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dr. Napoleon Broughton
Chief Executive Officer: Life Enhancement Solutions
John F. Palermo
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