Financial Reports Acc III – Financial Management Division – (2500939)

Apr 9, 2025

Texas Department of Transportation

Financial Reports Acc III – Financial Management Division – (2500939)

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Position Information

Home to SXSW, Austin City Limits (ACL), and glorious natural springs and parks, Austin, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States, as well as the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin is the historic state capital of Texas and is the location of the Texas Department of Transportation Headquarters. TxDOT’s Financial Management Division is seeking a Financial Reports Accountant III. Come join our team at our beautiful, new Stassney campus in Austin, where you will have access to covered employee parking, walking trails, on-site fitness center, coffee bar, and on-site cafeteria. We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house fitness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: https://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf

Stassney Campus: https://youtu.be/u42vEZacDgA

Minimum Salary

: 70,000.00

Maximum Salary

: 80,000.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

Stassney Hq – Main

6230 East Stassney Lane

Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

The Accountant III performs professional-level accounting work, including financial reporting, reconciliation, and system implementation. This role involves preparing financial statements, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The position requires collaboration with internal teams, external agencies, and auditors to support accurate financial reporting. Employees at this level work independently, setting their own priorities to meet objectives.

Essential Duties:

Financial Reporting & Analysis –

Prepare and review portions of audited financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and standalone financial statements.
Compile and analyze investment activities and capital asset data to support financial reporting.
Develop and produce reports for monitoring and presenting agency financial information.
Prepare the Separately Audited and Issued Texas Transportation Finance Corporation Annual Financial Report.

Accounting & Reconciliation –

Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Review and verify monthly reimbursable operations and maintenance expenses.
Update and reconcile daily toll revenue for all TxDOT-owned toll projects with various toll operators.
Analyze new and proposed accounting standards, assess their impact, and implement necessary changes.
Identify potential accounting issues and recommend practical solutions.

Systems & Compliance

Support ongoing testing, updates, and implementation of financial systems, including the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and PeopleSoft.
Coordinate data collection for audits and respond to auditor inquiries regarding business processes.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational guidelines in financial documentation and reporting.

Collaboration & Process Improvement –

Attend the monthly Toll Project Enterprise meeting to receive updates on project status, budget, and debt issuance topics.
Work cross-functionally to enhance financial processes and increase efficiency.
Train and assist less experienced accountants with financial reporting tasks.
Participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Finance-related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 3 years accounting related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA license is highly preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred

Competencies:

In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and fund accounting principles, with the ability to document and communicate complex financial concepts effectively.

Experience with accounting systems such as USAS and PeopleSoft.
Strong ability to interpret financial data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and proficiency in SharePoint, Tableau, or similar data analytics tools.
Highly effective verbal and written communication, with the ability to collaborate across finance and non-finance teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, prioritize effectively, and maintain attention to detail.
Works well in dynamic settings and contributes to team success through proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Sitting – prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Job

: Finance/Accounting

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Apr 7, 2025, 11:16:35 AM

Unposting Date

: May 7, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

State Job Title/s: Accountant V State Job Code/s: 1020

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information