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GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANT Salary Information: B22, $5,500 - $6,175.00/MO.State Classification: 1020 and#8211; Accountant VFLSA Status: ExemptPosting Number: 26-57278-1RLocation: Austin, TXTelework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work. HOW TO APPLYApply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit. WHO ARE WEThe Texas Department of Agriculture Financial Services Division supports TDA programs by performing financial duties in the areas of accounting, budget, purchasing, contracting, accounts payable, and payroll. The AccountingSection manages the agency general ledger, prepares the Annual Financial Report, administers cash management, and develops agency financial reports. TDA receives and distributes grant funds, and Accounting provides additional oversight to grant program disbursements and reporting. WHAT YOUand#8217;LL DOThe General Ledger Accountant will perform highly complex (senior-level) accounting work. Analyze and audit financial information for accuracy and compliance with department policies and procedures and state and federal statutes. Responsible for preparing journal vouchers for account clearing; reconciling various accounts, inter-agency communication; and assisting with Annual Financial Report (AFR) preparation. Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. ESSENTIAL DUTIESAnalyze and prepare monthly financial reports; prepare annual financial statements, reports, schedules and exhibits. Prepare, review, and process journal entries in Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) and in the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS). Develop, coordinate or produce complex reports, including CMIA, APS-011, and ICRP. Analyze and prepare federal cash reconcilations between federal draw down system, CAPPS and USAS. Audit, analyze the cash processing activities to ensure entries and adjustments are made to proper accounts. Assist in responding to State Auditor, External Auditors, and or Internal Auditor reports to ensure recommendations are adequately addressed and implemented. Audit, analyze and recommend improvements, adaptations or revisions to procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - resumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT.)Bachelorand#8217;s degree (One year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college).Three (3) years of work experience in government and/or state agency accounting or finance.Experience with Annual Financial Report (AFR) preparation.Experience preparing complex account reconciliation.Experience with State of Texas accounting system Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel (CAPPS), PeopleSoft, or related.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCertified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing.Bachelorand#8217;s degree in Accounting or Finance or similar field.Mastersand#8217;s degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIESKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and state laws pertaining to public funds, governmental finance and automated accounting systems.Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; operating a personal computer with applicable software; math aptitude and critical thinking.Ability to perform and interpret numerical analyses; analyze, evaluate and summarize accounting records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules and regulations; explain technical accounting information in an understandable manner; efficiently organize, prepare and maintain volumes of detailed records, files, procedures and reports; organize information and provide clear audit trails for documentation; work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment and exercise sound judgment and discretion.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORKING CONDITIONSNormal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 10%), occasionally overnight.TELEWORK WORK HOURSThe agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.The agencyand#8217;s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.H-1B VISA SPONSORSHIPWe are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.BENEFITSThe State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:and#252; Retirement Planand#252; Paid Group Health Life Insurance for employeesand#252; Paid Holidaysand#252; Paid Vacation Leaveand#252; Paid Sick Leaveand#252; Longevity Payand#252; Dentaland#252; Visionand#252; Dependent Optional Life Insuranceand#252; Voluntary ADD Insuranceand#252; Dependent Health Life Insuranceand#252; Health Dependent care flexible spending accountsOnly candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through theCAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.*A valid government-issued driverand#8217;s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driverand#8217;s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first dayBackground Checks: A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new emp
