CAPPS, Inc.
SORM | Accountant - Senior Accountant |
CAPPS, Inc., Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description
REVISED 08/28/2024
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The State Office of Risk Management (SORM) is looking for an experienced Accountant who will prepare financial statements, records, documents, and reports. You will join a collaborative team of accounting professionals where staff work together to support the operations of the Financial Management department. As one of our key missions, SORM acts as the workers' compensation provider for client state entities. Your work will include reconciling claims fund activity, identifying discrepancies, analyzing fund balances and expenditures, and assisting with important legislative reports. Our department is full of self-motivated and curious accounting government professionals, and we are hoping to add a like-minded individual to our team. This person will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to provide our clients with the best level of service.
SORM is a unique state agency. We serve the public by directly serving other state entities with their workers' compensation claims, insurance and risk management programs, and continuity of operations (COOP) plans. SORM's unique culture embraces communication, creativity, and critical thinking. We hire results-oriented, curious, innovative, and adaptable people with a strong desire to help our clients, and one another, succeed. SORM continually seeks to enhance the agency's expertise and service by hiring talented people whose aspirations align with the Office's vision. If you are a service-minded professional looking for the stability of state service, we would love to visit with you.
As a state employee, you are automatically enrolled in the state's retirement plan, and are eligible for additional health insurance benefits.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Accountant II
Assists with daily production and mail processingPrepare expenditure/cash flow reportsResponds to phone and email requestsPrepares accounting entries and documents for transactions related to disbursements in all accounts necessaryProcesses refunds and/or other accounts payable entries in the CAPPS accounting system.Researches and reconciles revenue transactionsCompletes detailed assignments in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, or reportsInputs accounting entries into CAPPSRecommends improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures, as neededVerifies data entered into the cash receipt system and assigns program codes. Processes reversals and code correctionsKeeps management appropriately informed of ongoing activity and critical matters affecting the operations and well-being of the agencyActively participates in independent job-related research and demonstrates initiative when seeking solutions to issuesProvides customer service, as neededPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrityAccountant III - All of the above functions for Accountant II, PLUS
Analyzes, creates, and supports the submissions of state legislative-required reportsAccountant IV - All of the above function for Accountant III PLUS
Analyzes, creates, and submits state legislative-required reportsQualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Accountant II
Graduation from high school or equivalentTwo - years of full-time experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or closely related fieldTwo or more years of Microsoft experienceKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systemsKnowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accountingKnowledge of or experience with accounting software such as CAPPS, USAS, and MS ExcelKnowledge of budget preparation and administrationKnowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulationsKnowledge of and experience with State of Texas payment processingSkill in utilizing a PC, associated software, calculator, or ten-key machineSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communication [Writing sample required at time of application and administered at the time of interview]Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to interpret and analyze complex financial documents and reportsAbility to work accurately with numerical details in a high-volume settingAbility to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyzesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and external clientsAbility to work efficiently and independently in dependable, organized and productive manner in order to arrange workload plans to meet schedules and deadlinesAbility to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%Accountant III - All of the above qualifications for Accountant II, PLUS
Additional year of experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or closely related fieldAdditional year of Microsoft Excel experience with basic knowledge of creating pivot tables, visualizing data, and data analysisExperience in analyzing, creating, and supporting the submission of state legislative-required reportsAccountant IV - All of the above qualifications for Accountant III, PLUS
Additional year of full-time experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or a closely related fieldAdditional year of Microsoft Excel experience, including pivot tables, advanced data analysis, or visualizing dataExperience in analyzing, creating, and submitting state legislative-required reportsKnowledge of fiscal programs, governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies, procedures, and laws and regulations pertaining to financial operationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business, or related fieldExperience with automated accounting systems and applications such as Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN)Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS)Knowledge in State of Texas accounting rules and regulations
TO APPLY
All applications for employment with the State Office of Risk Management must be submitted electronically through www.WorkInTexas.com. A State of Texas application in WorkInTexas
(WIT) must be completed to be considered OR Submit a State of Texas Application for Employment to: Attn: Linda Griffin, State Office of Risk Management, P.O. Box 13777, Austin, TX
78711-3777. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf
THE SORM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
REVISED 08/28/2024
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The State Office of Risk Management (SORM) is looking for an experienced Accountant who will prepare financial statements, records, documents, and reports. You will join a collaborative team of accounting professionals where staff work together to support the operations of the Financial Management department. As one of our key missions, SORM acts as the workers' compensation provider for client state entities. Your work will include reconciling claims fund activity, identifying discrepancies, analyzing fund balances and expenditures, and assisting with important legislative reports. Our department is full of self-motivated and curious accounting government professionals, and we are hoping to add a like-minded individual to our team. This person will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to provide our clients with the best level of service.
SORM is a unique state agency. We serve the public by directly serving other state entities with their workers' compensation claims, insurance and risk management programs, and continuity of operations (COOP) plans. SORM's unique culture embraces communication, creativity, and critical thinking. We hire results-oriented, curious, innovative, and adaptable people with a strong desire to help our clients, and one another, succeed. SORM continually seeks to enhance the agency's expertise and service by hiring talented people whose aspirations align with the Office's vision. If you are a service-minded professional looking for the stability of state service, we would love to visit with you.
As a state employee, you are automatically enrolled in the state's retirement plan, and are eligible for additional health insurance benefits.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Accountant II
Assists with daily production and mail processingPrepare expenditure/cash flow reportsResponds to phone and email requestsPrepares accounting entries and documents for transactions related to disbursements in all accounts necessaryProcesses refunds and/or other accounts payable entries in the CAPPS accounting system.Researches and reconciles revenue transactionsCompletes detailed assignments in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, or reportsInputs accounting entries into CAPPSRecommends improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures, as neededVerifies data entered into the cash receipt system and assigns program codes. Processes reversals and code correctionsKeeps management appropriately informed of ongoing activity and critical matters affecting the operations and well-being of the agencyActively participates in independent job-related research and demonstrates initiative when seeking solutions to issuesProvides customer service, as neededPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrityAccountant III - All of the above functions for Accountant II, PLUS
Analyzes, creates, and supports the submissions of state legislative-required reportsAccountant IV - All of the above function for Accountant III PLUS
Analyzes, creates, and submits state legislative-required reportsQualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Accountant II
Graduation from high school or equivalentTwo - years of full-time experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or closely related fieldTwo or more years of Microsoft experienceKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systemsKnowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accountingKnowledge of or experience with accounting software such as CAPPS, USAS, and MS ExcelKnowledge of budget preparation and administrationKnowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulationsKnowledge of and experience with State of Texas payment processingSkill in utilizing a PC, associated software, calculator, or ten-key machineSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communication [Writing sample required at time of application and administered at the time of interview]Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to interpret and analyze complex financial documents and reportsAbility to work accurately with numerical details in a high-volume settingAbility to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyzesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and external clientsAbility to work efficiently and independently in dependable, organized and productive manner in order to arrange workload plans to meet schedules and deadlinesAbility to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%Accountant III - All of the above qualifications for Accountant II, PLUS
Additional year of experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or closely related fieldAdditional year of Microsoft Excel experience with basic knowledge of creating pivot tables, visualizing data, and data analysisExperience in analyzing, creating, and supporting the submission of state legislative-required reportsAccountant IV - All of the above qualifications for Accountant III, PLUS
Additional year of full-time experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or a closely related fieldAdditional year of Microsoft Excel experience, including pivot tables, advanced data analysis, or visualizing dataExperience in analyzing, creating, and submitting state legislative-required reportsKnowledge of fiscal programs, governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies, procedures, and laws and regulations pertaining to financial operationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business, or related fieldExperience with automated accounting systems and applications such as Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN)Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS)Knowledge in State of Texas accounting rules and regulations
TO APPLY
All applications for employment with the State Office of Risk Management must be submitted electronically through www.WorkInTexas.com. A State of Texas application in WorkInTexas
(WIT) must be completed to be considered OR Submit a State of Texas Application for Employment to: Attn: Linda Griffin, State Office of Risk Management, P.O. Box 13777, Austin, TX
78711-3777. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf
THE SORM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER