Sos Accountant Iv - Austin, United States - SECRETARY OF STATE

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Description

SOS Accountant IV (JP24-079)
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Organization:

SECRETARY OF STATE

Primary Location:
Texas-Austin


Work Locations:
SoS Rudder Bldg Brazos St Austin


Job:
Business and Financial Operations


Employee Status:
Regular


Schedule:
Full-time


Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00


State Job Code: 1018


Salary Admin Plan:
B


Grade: 20


Salary (Pay Basis): 6, , Monthly)


Number of Openings: 1


Overtime Status:
Exempt


Job Posting:
Apr 24, 2024, 10:36:57 AM


Closing Date:
May 8, 2024, 11:59:00 PM


Description

General Description


Performs complex (journey-level) accounting duties in the general ledger/security section of Financial Management, to include preparing financial statements, records, documents, reports, and reconciliations.

Work involves the day-to-day oversight of general ledger activities to include interactions with accounts payable and accounts receivables sections in a timely and efficient manner;

  • May also involve maintaining and balancing accounts and financial records.
  • Must possess strong communication skills and abilities to handle multiple priorities, including time management and prioritization skills, and work efficiently.
  • Must be able to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Examples of work performed

  • Prepare reports, schedules, and exhibits related to the Annual Financial Report.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliation of Expenditures/Revenue between CAPPS and USAS
  • Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures and with state and federal statutes.
  • Classifies, codes, post, and balances financial and accounting documents and records.
  • Researches all reconciliation discrepancies and reports findings.
  • Prepares and enters accounting transactions into journals and ledgers.
  • Reconciles accounts and bank statements or appropriation balances
  • Assist with Asset Management inventory and reconciliation.
  • Assists with 1099 reporting
  • Assist with quarterly review of Binding Encumbrances and Payables
  • Attends CAPPS User Groups, contributing to development of business processes
  • May review travel reimbursements by verifying travel expense reports, advance payment request
  • May review accounts payable invoices
  • May assist others in the section during peak periods.
  • Perform other accounting duties and related work as assigned.

Required Qualifications:


  • Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with major coursework in accounting.
  • Three (3) years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial operations.
  • Able to work in the office and telework on certain days.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Experience working in an accounting environment in a state of Texas agency
  • Experience using the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).
  • Experience using the CPA's Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:


  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies and procedures; and of law and regulations pertaining to financial operations.
  • Knowledge of Texas state agency operations, policies, and procedures preferred
  • Knowledge of automated financial systems
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft excel and word software
  • Ability to evaluate, interpret, develop, and prepare pertinent accounting data and reports in a clear and concise manner

Salary Range:

$ 6,250.00/month


Information for Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:


  • Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with major coursework in accounting.
  • Three (3) years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial operations.
  • Able to work in the office and telework on certain days.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Experience working in an accounting environment in a state of Texas agency
  • Experience using the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).
  • Experience using the CPA's Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:


  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies and procedures; and of law and regulations pertaining to financial operations.
  • Knowledge of Texas state agency operations, policies, and procedures preferred
  • Knowledge of automated financial systems
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft excel and word software
  • Ability to evaluate, interpret, develop, and prepare pertinent accounting data and reports in a clear and concise manner

Salary Range:

$ 6,250.00/month

**Information for Veterans, Reservist

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