Accountant (Austin)

DescriptionWHO ARE WE:The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals, and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. To support our mission, we are looking for an Accountant to join the Travel Department. This position is located at 101 E. 15th St, Austin, Texas in the Travel and Vendor Services department. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. WHO YOU ARE:The Accountant III-V performs moderately complex to highly complex (senior-level) accounting work. Works under general to limited supervision, with limited to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:- Review and audit travel and related documents for accuracy and compliance with rules and regulations.- Classify, code, and post travel and related documents to financial systems.- Maintain, post, and balance accounting and financial statements, records, documents, or reports. - Research and assist in resolving discrepancies with vendor and employee travel and related transactions.- Maintain and balances financial statements and reports.- Assist in making recommendations for improvements or revisions to procedures.- May specialize in some phase of accounting work such as federal funds accounting, property and equipment control, cost, budgeting, or bond servicing. - May supervise the work of others-Perform other duties as assigned.YOU QUALIFY WITH:-Accountant III: Two years of full-time experience in accounting, finance, or a related field. -Account IV: Two years and six months of full-time experience in accounting, finance, or a related field. -Accountant V: Three years of full-time experience in accounting, finance, or a related field. -All Levels: A license to practice as a certified public accountant in Texas will satisfy the education and/or experience requirements.YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:- Experience in accounting, auditing, business, or financial operations.- Knowledge or experience with state governmental travel processes.- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field- Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), and Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).- Skills in using business software (spreadsheets, word processing packages, and databases) and statistical analysis.YOU GAIN: - A Family Friendly Certified Workplace. - Competitive starting salary: $3,800.00 - $5,000.00/month - Defined Retirement Benefit Plan - Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts - Medical Insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - Additional benefits for active employees can be found at This is a security sensitive position; subject to criminal background check.VETERANS:Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.Job Field: AccountantsJob Type: StandardOrganization: TWC Business UnitSchedule: Full-timeJob Level: Non-ManagementTravel: NoEmployee Status: Regular