Comptroller - Accountant

Applications must be filed at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00058308 We endeavor to maintain timely communication with all applicants by updating application statuses as promptly as possible. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates. Are you ready to grow and make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as State’s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government. Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take our collective commitment to public service very seriously. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptroller’s office About The Division : Fiscal Management (FM) supports the Comptroller’s role as the state’s chief accountant by managing the flow of financial resources and maintaining the state’s books. With nearly 200 staff—including accountants, auditors, analysts, and subject matter experts—FM oversees statewide financial systems, monitors expenditures, enforces spending laws, manages appropriations, and produces key financial reports. The division also supports state agencies, higher education institutions, and the Legislature by providing reporting, research, policy guidance, training, and analysis of legislative impacts. Guided by a philosophy of integrity, innovation, communication, and continuous learning, FM emphasizes strong relationships and recognizes people as its greatest asset. Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business needs and may vary in accordance with division policies for Work Alternative Schedules (WALT). Applications must be filed at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00058308 We endeavor to maintain timely communication with all applicants by updating application statuses as promptly as possible. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates. Are you ready to grow and make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as State’s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government. Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take our collective commitment to public service very seriously. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptroller’s office About The Division : Fiscal Management (FM) supports the Comptroller’s role as the state’s chief accountant by managing the flow of financial resources and maintaining the state’s books. With nearly 200 staff—including accountants, auditors, analysts, and subject matter experts—FM oversees statewide financial systems, monitors expenditures, enforces spending laws, manages appropriations, and produces key financial reports. The division also supports state agencies, higher education institutions, and the Legislature by providing reporting, research, policy guidance, training, and analysis of legislative impacts. Guided by a philosophy of integrity, innovation, communication, and continuous learning, FM emphasizes strong relationships and recognizes people as its greatest asset. Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business needs and may vary in accordance with division policies for Work Alternative Schedules (WALT). Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Experience: Accountant IV: • Three years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Accountant V: Experience: • Five years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Accountant VI: Experience: • Six years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Accounting or a Business related degree. Preferred Experience: • Experience with Texas governmental agency(s). • Experience with the Texas legislative process. • Experience and knowledge of USAS. • Experience preparing fiscal notes and analyzing legislation. • Experience researching and analyzing state statutes and/or the GAA. • Experience with Comptroller Fiscal policies and procedures. • SQL (Structure Query Language) or database experience. Substitutions One additional year of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years). Licenses and Certifications N/A In this role you will: Accountant IV: • Monitors and reconciles 902 – Comptroller Fiscal (902) accounts across various systems for revenue collected by 902. Monitors fund cash accounts for compliance with legislative requirements. • Monitors and maintains 902 profiles in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and other Comptroller financial systems. Prepares budgetary entries and other duties associated with 902. Assists other Comptroller divisions with processing of accounting transactions in USAS as they relate to the section. • Responsible for maintaining and establishing procedures for tasks related to the Statewide Fiscal Programs section and Agency 902. • Responsible for technical appropriation assistance, accounting research for items processed through 902. Provides detailed guidance on Comptroller policies and procedures. • Other duties assigned. Accountant V: • Responsibilities of an Accountant IV. • Prepares, reviews and processes revenue allocations and revenue sweeps for 902. • Assists in the interpretation of legislative provisions as they relate to 902, the General Appropriations Act (GAA) and new revenue. Responsible for technical appropriation assistance, accounting research for items processed through 902. Provides detailed guidance on Comptroller policies and procedures. • Other duties assigned. Accountant VI: • Responsibilities of Accountants IV and V. • Prepares, reviews and processes revenue allocations and revenue sweeps for agency 902. • Monitors, reviews, and processes Optional Retirement Program reimbursement payment requests from junior colleges. • Monitors and maintains 902 profiles in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and other Comptroller financial systems. Prepares budgetary entries and other duties associated with 902. Assists other Comptroller divisions with processing of accounting transactions in USAS as they relate to the section. • Prepares, updates and reviews policies and procedures associated with 902 processes. • Other duties assigned. Maximize Your Earnings! At the Comptroller%27s office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Important Note to the Candidate: Salary is contingent upon qualifications. 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. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. MILITARY PREFERENCE To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions Click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office, Military Crosswalk Guide . The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets. Applications submitted through Work in Texas: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position. An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment . Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Experience: Accountant IV: • Three years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Accountant V: Experience: • Five years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Accountant VI: Experience: • Six years of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties. • Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, and revenues. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Accounting or a Business related degree. Preferred Experience: • Experience with Texas governmental agency(s). • Experience with the Texas legislative process. • Experience and knowledge of USAS. • Experience preparing fiscal notes and analyzing legislation. • Experience researching and analyzing state statutes and/or the GAA. • Experience with Comptroller Fiscal policies and procedures. • SQL (Structure Query Language) or database experience. Substitutions One additional year of experience performing general financial and/or accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years). Licenses and Certifications N/A In this role you will: Accountant IV: • Monitors and reconciles 902 – Comptroller Fiscal (902) accounts across various systems for revenue collected by 902. Monitors fund cash accounts for compliance with legislative requirements. • Monitors and maintains 902 profiles in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and other Comptroller financial systems. Prepares budgetary entries and other duties associated with 902. Assists other Comptroller divisions with processing of accounting transactions in USAS as they relate to the section. • Responsible for maintaining and establishing procedures for tasks related to the Statewide Fiscal Programs section and Agency 902. • Responsible for technical appropriation assistance, accounting research for items processed through 902. Provides detailed guidance on Comptroller policies and procedures. • Other duties assigned. Accountant V: • Responsibilities of an Accountant IV. • Prepares, reviews and processes revenue allocations and revenue sweeps for 902. • Assists in the interpretation of legislative provisions as they relate to 902, the General Appropriations Act (GAA) and new revenue. Responsible for technical appropriation assistance, accounting research for items processed through 902. Provides detailed guidance on Comptroller policies and procedures. • Other duties assigned. Accountant VI: • Responsibilities of Accountants IV and V. • Prepares, reviews and processes revenue allocations and revenue sweeps for agency 902. • Monitors, reviews, and processes Optional Retirement Program reimbursement payment requests from junior colleges. • Monitors and maintains 902 profiles in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and other Comptroller financial systems. Prepares budgetary entries and other duties associated with 902. Assists other Comptroller divisions with processing of accounting transactions in USAS as they relate to the section. • Prepares, updates and reviews policies and procedures associated with 902 processes. • Other duties assigned. Maximize Your Earnings! At the Comptroller%27s office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Important Note to the Candidate: Salary is contingent upon qualifications. 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. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. MILITARY PREFERENCE To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions Click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office, Military Crosswalk Guide . The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets. Applications submitted through Work in Texas: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position. An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment .

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