Accountant III

The Accounts Payable Accountant III is selected by and reports to the Accounts Payable Manager within Expenditure Management. This position will function as an Accounts Payable Specialist in the Accounts Payable area of Expenditure Management. This position provides technical guidance and ensures accuracy of accounts payable operations for the agency. Specifically, this position creates complex manual vouchers necessary for agency contract payments. This position specializes in preparing, auditing and posting various encumbered and unencumbered vouchers ensuring accuracy and appropriate documentation. This position is also responsible for interpreting and implementing state and federal rules and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. This position works under general direction with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

"This position may be available for 60% telework after minimum requirements are met."

Essential Job Functions:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Prepares, audits, data enters, and posts various encumbered and unencumbered vouchers. Coordinates and ensures that daily payment voucher posting processing schedules are met. Ensures there is appropriate documentation and authorization for every voucher entered. (60%)

Audits and ensures the accurate and timely preparation and entry of complex accounts payable vouchers into the internal accounting system (CAPPS Financials). Ensures there is appropriate documentation and authorization for every voucher sent to be approved. This includes reconciliation for all vouchers, Expenditure Transfer Vouchers (ETV), cancellation and refund vouchers in CAPPS Financials while ensuring appropriate documentation is maintained. (25%)

Works with vendors, programs, and agency staff to process accounts payable transactions, cancellations, corrections and refunds in a timely and accurate manner. Assists agency staff and management as necessary to process accounts payable and refund transactions, answers questions, research problems and follows up as necessary. Takes on other tasks as assigned. (15%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of accounting principles and their applicability to state financial accounting is preferred.

Knowledge of and ability to use complex automated accounting systems, including but not limited to CAPPS Financials (PeopleSoft Financials), Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), and Texas Identification Number System (TINS) is preferred.

Basic knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures is preferred.

Skill in use of a personal computer, computer software, including spreadsheet, database, email, and word processing applications is preferred.

Skill in working under general direction with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships both internal and external to the agency.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and assignments, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

Initial Selection Criteria:

Experience in accounting and financial operations. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Additional Information:

MOS Code:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 36B, LS, SK, 3432, 6F0X1. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx

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