Travel Accountant
TRAVEL ACCOUNTANT
Salary Information: $3,300.00 – $3,550.00/MO – B17
State Classification: Accountant III – 1016
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number: 23-63511-1R
Location: Austin, TX
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture Financial Services Division supports TDA programs by performing financial duties in the areas of accounting, budget, purchasing, contracting, accounts payable and payroll. The Accounting Section manages the agency general ledger, prepares the Annual Financial Report, administers cash management, and develops agency financial reports. TDA receives and distributes grant funds, and Accounting provides additional oversight to grant program disbursements and reporting.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Accountant will perform moderately complex accounting work involving preparation, posting, maintenance, review of records, documents and reports for expenditures. You will enter, analyze and reconcile financial transactions related to agency expenditures. Work is performed under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Classify, code, prepare, enter and process travel accounts payable vouchers in Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).
Review travel vouchers and central billed travel invoices and compares to agency travel request forms and receipts to ensure proper billing.
Research billing errors and resolves discrepancies and ensure travel accounts are reconciled.
Process travel advance payments and maintains all necessary documentation for agency travel advance account.
Audit and verify compliance of accounting and control records according to agency, state and federal standards and regulations.
Maintain controls necessary to provide accurate accounts of expenditures related to travel.
Address vendor and program area issues related with travel expenditures.
Assist in matching payments and filing vouchers.
Analyze and recommend improvements, adaptations or revisions to procedures.
Perform data retrieval in the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and Texas Identification Number System (TINS).
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree (One year of work experience related to the primary responsibilities may substitute for one year of college).
Experience in accounts payables, accounts receivable, revenue collections or related.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field may substitute for undergraduate degree and the required work experience.
PREFERRED
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
Experience with State of Texas accounting systems such as USAS or CAPPS.
Experience with government in travel accounting and/or processing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; of state laws pertaining to public funds, governmental finance and automated accounting systems.
Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; the use of a computer and applicable software.
Ability to perform and interpret numerical analyses; analyze, evaluate and summarize accounting records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules and regulations; explain technical accounting information in an understandable manner; efficiently organize, prepare and maintain volumes of detailed records, files, procedures and reports; organize information and provide clear audit trails for documentation; work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment; exercise sound judgment and discretion.
ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 5%), occasionally overnight.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
| ü Retirement Plan | ü Paid Group Health & Basic Life Insurance for employees |
| ü Paid Holidays | ü Paid Vacation Leave |
| ü Paid Sick Leave | ü Longevity Pay |
| ü Dental | ü Vision |
| ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance | ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance |
| ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance | ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts |
QUALIFIED EMPLOYER: In addition, the Texas Department of Agriculture is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
A skills exercise may be conducted for interview purposes. Only candidates selected for a skills exercise/interview will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Equal Employment Opportunity: The Texas Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, gender, national origin, age sexual orientation, veteran’s status or protected activity. TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7454.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Veterans and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Accounting Auditing and Finance MOS Codes.