TWDB - 25-115: Accounts Payable Accountant Team Lead (Accountant VI-VII)

Company Description

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is to lead the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas and its citizens. Our mission is a vital part of Texas' overall vision and the state's mission and goals that relate to maintaining the viability of the state's natural resources, health, and economic development.

To accomplish our goals of planning for the state's water resources and providing affordable water and wastewater services, the TWDB provides water planning, data collection and dissemination, financial assistance, and technical assistance services to the citizens of Texas. The tremendous population growth that the state continues to experience and the recurrent threat of severe drought only intensify the need for the TWDB to accomplish its goals in an effective and efficient manner.

Job Description

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system at . Please visit our job opportunities page at for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system .

Texas Water Development Board’s Mission - Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit .

The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.

**Must meet agency in-office requirements**

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

Salary Ranges:

• Accountant VI - $5,500.00/month - $6,750.00/month***
• Accountant VII - $6,751.00/month - $8,000.00/month***

Job Description Summary

Performs advanced (senior-level) to highly advanced (senior-level) accounting work necessary for the daily operations and activities of the Texas Water Development Board. Serves as the Team Lead of the Accounts Payable Team in the Financial Operations Division. Work involves preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of reconciliations, financial analyses and reports. Establishes, maintains and/or oversees accounting systems, procedures, and controls. Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of presentation and training material. May train others and plan, assign, and/or review the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable to extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Financial Operations Division.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as Team Lead to the Accounts Payable (A/P) Team in the Financial Operations Division.
• Oversees and/or prepares, audits, tracks various payment vouchers.
• Oversees and/or prepares and/or processes various journals and payment vouchers related to A/P.
• Assists with the completion of the binding encumbrance per APS018.
• Assists with the preparation of 1099 forms.
• Provides functional and technical expertise.
• Develops and maintains documented user guides and procedures for processes and other tasks.
• Identifies needed areas of change and makes recommendations to improve operations.
• Prepares and completes accurate financial reconciliations.
• Prepares and completes accurate financial reports, including appropriate supporting documentation and work paper references.
• Interprets state and federal legislation.
• Applies theoretical accounting principles in a practical environment.
• Reviews the work of others for accuracy.
• Reviews contract files for accuracy.
• Researches, analyzes and coordinates payment discrepancies.
• Participates in the development of the Annual Financial Report.
• Develops, implements, and maintains internal controls for accounts payable processes.
• Prepares and reviews general ledger accounting entries.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Work Experience:
  • Accountant VI - Seven years of accounting and financial operations experience.
  • Accountant VII - Nine years of accounting and financial operations experience.
• Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Previous experience with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Financials or other accounting systems.
• Previous experience in Accounts Payable.
• Previous experience in a leadership role.
• Previous state experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Financial Operations Division.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
• Knowledge of the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), the Uniform Statewide Payroll/ Personnel System (USPS), and Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).
• Knowledge of the state of Texas financial reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of financial system, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to accounting practices.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
• Skills in use of internet, email. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
• Ability to meet agency in-office requirements
• Ability to establish goals and objectives that support the agency's strategic plan.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver' s license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to train others.

Additional Information

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account in the CAPPS online application system Please visit our job opportunities page for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board, Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave., Room 670, Austin, Texas 78701

Please contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Phone: (512) 475-2142

Email: HR(AT)twdb.texas.gov