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JOB OBJECTIVE: Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the Commissionand#8217;s financial functions. Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of the Commissionand#8217;s financial reports, general ledger, payroll, budget, and revenue. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives and government officials. Work involves establishing the strategic plan, goals, and objectives; budget instructions; analyzing and reviewing budget requests; supporting and preparing the development of legislative appropriation requests and the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) operating budget; and compiling ongoing and ad hoc budget analyses and reports. Monitor and manage the agencyand#8217;s revenue, expenditures, and cash flow. Supervise the preparation of the monthly reconciliations between the agencyand#8217;s general ledger and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and the Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel System (CAPPS); ensure the timely compilation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and briefings. Prepare fiscal estimates for proposed rules and legislative bills as directed. Manage financial and administrative duties related to multiple federal and state grant awards. Supervise and manage the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.This position is a repost of Job #26-16. Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply.Please note that this is an on-site position.
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This is a repost of the job posting #26and#8211;31. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:1. 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.2. Oversee accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, appropriations control, grant management, and reporting.3. Oversee the establishment of goals and objectives; develop schedules, priorities, and standards for achievement of goals; and direct evaluation activities.4. As directed, make presentations before the Texas Legislature or the Commission on budget and other financial matters.5. Develop long-range fiscal policies and develop/monitor agency project budgets.6. Ensure the protection and custody of funds and related financial documentation.7. 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.8. Oversee activities to receive, disburse, deposit, and account for Commission funds.9. Oversee formulation, presentation, and monitoring of the Commissionand#8217;s operating budget.10. Oversee preparation of financial summaries and forecasts reflecting income and expenditures.11. Represent the Commission at national, state, and local levels concerning budget and financial activities.12. Review proposed legislation and oversee the implementation of legislation affecting budget and financial activities.13. Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing, reporting, and the use of funds.14. Assist in legislative analysis and the preparation of Fiscal Notes.15. Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance.16. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:17. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:and#183; Bachelorand#8217;s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a related field;and#183; Minimum ten years of work experience in fiscal management practices and procedures in budget and accounting operations;and#183; Five yearsand#8217; of experience working for a State of Texas agency;and#183; Two years of director-level experience within a finance and/or accounting department at a state agency;and#183; Two years of experience in managing budgets with multiple methods of finance, including local funds at the department or agency level;and#183; Two yearsand#8217; of demonstrated experience in the preparation and review of financial reports, such as Annual Financial Report, Legislative Appropriations Request, and Operating Budgets.and#183; Five yearsand#8217; experience serving in a supervisory or managerial capacity;and#183; Two yearsand#8217; experience with the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and/or CAPPS Financials.and#183; The ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure;and#183; Valid driverand#8217;s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle; andand#183; Required to travel up to 10% of the work period. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:and#183; Masterand#8217;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a closely related field;and#183; Certified Public Accountant or Certified Governmental Financial Manager;and#183; Familiarity with federal funding and associated rules and regulations;and#183; Five yearsand#8217; experience supervising a departmental budget for a state agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:and#183; Knowledge of finance administration, budget, accounting, and state and federal laws pertaining to public funds and governmental finance;and#183; Knowledge of Texas State government and the legislative process;and#183; Knowledge of the municipal bond market and the issuance of bonds;and#183; Knowledge of and experience with financial systems, word processing, and spreadsheet software;and#183; Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills;and#183; Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals;and#183; Skill in identifying and analyzing resources needed and actions to be taken to ensure division needs are met;and#183; Skill in prioritizing, identifying, and communicating project resources and updates needed to complete multiple projects concurrently within scheduled deadlines;and#183; Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers;and#183; Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software;and#183; Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people;and#183; Ability to condense and present complex accounting and financial information to lay personnel in meaningful reports and presentations;and#183; Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail;and#183; Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;and#183; Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner;and#183; Ability to plan, organize, and work independently, as well as within a team environment;and#183; Ability to anticipate needs and risks;and#183; Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; andand#183; Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:Must have or obtain a valid Driverand#8217;s License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles. ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Must be able to work extended periods at a compu
