Health & Human Services Comm
Accountant III
Health & Human Services Comm, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description:Accountant III - Accounts Receivable Reconciliation TeamDo you like solving mysteries and working to meet deadlines?Do you enjoy working as a team to meet goals while being responsible for completing your own tasks?If you have experience performing reconciliation in accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling, then this job opportunity is for you.You will work in the Chief Financial Officer's Accounting Department to:1. Process prepared paperwork for fund moves, withdrawals, returned items, and other financial actions needed.2. Prepare paperwork for Attorney General's (AG) Office payments.3. Prepare paperwork for Treasury Offset Program (TOP) payments.4. Prepare paperwork for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments.5. Prepare paperwork for suspense account fund moves.6. Backup the Detail Payment Processing Team tasks as needed.You will need at least four years reconciliation, accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling experience using an automated accounting system. You will need at least four years of experience in Microsoft Office Suite.Personality traits:Ability to work closely on a team with varying personalities to meet hard deadlines in an ever-changing environment.Professionalism:Demonstrate consideration and respect for others in the workplace. Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful work situations.
Essential Job Functions:1. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.2. Validate and process funds moves, returned items, withdrawals, and other assigned tasks through the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS).3. Research and prepare paperwork for Attorney General (AG), Treasury Offset Program (TOP), and SNAP payments.4. Provide in-depth research and investigation into funds that are the suspense accounts to allocate using all available resources.5. Backup to the Detail Processing Team as determined by management to meet business needs.6. Contact stakeholders by email and/or phone to verify correct allocation and refund information.7. Ensure the safekeeping of negotiable instruments, cash payments, and financial documents received by HHSC Accounts Receivable.8. Cross train in other areas of the Accounts Receivable Department to aid as a backup as needed and assigned by management.9. Work on special assignments as determined by management to accommodate business needs and deadlines.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:1. Experience in reconciliation cash handling or fund processing and knowledge of policies and procedures for handling funds including reconciliation.2. Skill in the use of office equipment, computers, and various software applications.3. Ability to interpret and apply accounting data and work accurately with numerical detail.4. Ability to work within established deadlines and ability to prepare accurate reports.5. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providers, agency staff, and others.6. Skill in problem identification and resolution.7. Ability to work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:N/A
Initial Selection Criteria:1. At least four years of experience in reconciliation, accounting, finance, cash-handling, or related fields.2. At least four years of experience in auditing/reviewing accounting financial documents for accuracy and compliance.3. At least four years of experience using MS office suite products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)4. Excellent written communication skills as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State Job Application.5. Graduated from High School or equivalent. Work experience may be substituted for a minimum of four years of higher education in accounting, financial field, or related.
Additional Information:This is an in-office job M-F. Teleworking is not an option.
MOS Code:Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 36B, LS, SK, 3432, 6F0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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Essential Job Functions:1. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.2. Validate and process funds moves, returned items, withdrawals, and other assigned tasks through the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS).3. Research and prepare paperwork for Attorney General (AG), Treasury Offset Program (TOP), and SNAP payments.4. Provide in-depth research and investigation into funds that are the suspense accounts to allocate using all available resources.5. Backup to the Detail Processing Team as determined by management to meet business needs.6. Contact stakeholders by email and/or phone to verify correct allocation and refund information.7. Ensure the safekeeping of negotiable instruments, cash payments, and financial documents received by HHSC Accounts Receivable.8. Cross train in other areas of the Accounts Receivable Department to aid as a backup as needed and assigned by management.9. Work on special assignments as determined by management to accommodate business needs and deadlines.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:1. Experience in reconciliation cash handling or fund processing and knowledge of policies and procedures for handling funds including reconciliation.2. Skill in the use of office equipment, computers, and various software applications.3. Ability to interpret and apply accounting data and work accurately with numerical detail.4. Ability to work within established deadlines and ability to prepare accurate reports.5. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providers, agency staff, and others.6. Skill in problem identification and resolution.7. Ability to work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:N/A
Initial Selection Criteria:1. At least four years of experience in reconciliation, accounting, finance, cash-handling, or related fields.2. At least four years of experience in auditing/reviewing accounting financial documents for accuracy and compliance.3. At least four years of experience using MS office suite products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)4. Excellent written communication skills as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State Job Application.5. Graduated from High School or equivalent. Work experience may be substituted for a minimum of four years of higher education in accounting, financial field, or related.
Additional Information:This is an in-office job M-F. Teleworking is not an option.
MOS Code:Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 36B, LS, SK, 3432, 6F0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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