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Accounting Specialist III

2 months ago

Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Overview:

The Senior Accountant position provides a balanced work environment with the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of two days in the office.

In this role, the Senior Accountant will handle moderately complex financial tasks for the Travel Reimbursement sector within the Health and Human Services (HHSC) Expenditure Management unit.

This position is tasked with guiding travelers through the policies set forth by the Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC) and the Comptroller regarding travel. Responsibilities include processing travel-related payments and conducting audits on travel claims, invoices, advances, and settlements to ensure compliance with established guidelines from the Comptroller, U.S. General Services Administration, and HHSC travel policies.

As the primary liaison between the Travel Unit and various programs, divisions, and other state agencies, effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.

The role also involves investigating and resolving discrepancies, ensuring that all necessary documentation accompanies payments. The Senior Accountant may provide cross-training and backup support for colleagues within the unit.

Additionally, this position documents and communicates the needs of travelers, offers recommendations, and may assist in developing queries and reports to fulfill those needs.


Key Responsibilities:
Regular attendance is expected in line with the Accounting department's leave policy. Ensures adherence to state regulations, policies, and procedures.

Reviews audits and processes agency payments promptly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant state laws and regulations.

Collaborates with Team/Functional Lead and Manager to audit payments, confirming the validity of coding and funding. Provides guidance to staff and travelers regarding account codes, travel policies, and compliance with agency procedures. (40%)

Engages in complex verbal and written communication to provide, exchange, or verify information, address inquiries, and resolve issues.

Keeps the Team/Functional Lead and Manager informed about project progress, challenges, and planning sessions. Identifies and resolves accounting transaction issues using an integrated accounting system. Works under general supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. (30%)

Coordinates and provides technical guidance to ensure the accuracy of travel payments for the agency.

Interprets and analyzes travel regulations and policies, offering complex technical assistance to others.

(20%)

Completes assigned projects accurately and on time.

Performs additional duties as required to maintain effective operations within the department, division, agency, and system.

Provides cross-training and backup support for team members. (10%)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures relevant to maintaining accounting records, with preference for experience in Governmental and/or Travel sectors.
2. Familiarity with accounting systems, with preference for experience in eTravel, CAPPS Financials, and/or USAS.
3. Ability to review, interpret, and apply processes to facilitate accurate payments.
4. Strong oral and written communication skills.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.