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GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANTSalary Information: B22, $5,500 - $6,175.00/MO.State Classification: 1020 and#8211; Accountant VFLSA Status: ExemptPosting Number: 26-57278-3RLocation: 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 Work In Texas (WIT) will be required to complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section to be considered for the position.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. Works 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 general ledger accounting entries in both Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) and in the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).Develop, coordinate or produce complex reports, including Cash Management Improvement Act (CMIA) and Benefits Proportional by Method of Finance (APS011).Analyze and prepare federal cash reconciliations 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.Prepares complex financial paperwork involving the use of advance Microsoft Excel functions.Follow all TDA policies and 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 in Accounting, Finance or similar field. (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), USAS and/or other accounting software and systems.Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.Education/Certifcation Subclause: A Masterand#8217;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or related field or CPA with active certification recognized in the state of Texascan substitute for an undergraduate degree and two (2) years of work experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCertified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing.Mastersand#8217;s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or similar field.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIESKnowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and state laws pertaining to public funds, governmental finance and automated accounting systems, and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records.Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers. operating a personal computer with applicable software; math aptitude, in the use of Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level to advanced level and critical thinking and in critical thinking and analytical writing.Ability to work accurately and effectively with numeric data; perform analyze, evaluate and interpret accounting records and data for accuracy and conformance to procedures; to interpret laws and regulations; work accurately and effectively with numeric data; 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 organize workloads to meet strict deadlines, while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment and exercise sound judgment and discretion; understand and adhere to the agencyand#8217;s Policies and Procedures; and build and maintain effective working relationships with management and co-workers.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 to5%), 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 the CAPPS Careers Section , you may check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and then selecting My Submissions. To be considered for the position, applicants must complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signa
