TDI - Administrative Operations - Accountant II (A

Do you have a passion for public state service and enjoy making a difference? The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers' compensation system, perform the duties of the State Fire Marshal's Office, and educate and protect consumers. The Texas Department of Insurance is located in the Capitol Complex, in the Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Avenue in Austin, near the Texas Capitol.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Work-life balance
• 96 hours of accrued vacation a year
• 96 hours of accrued sick leave a year
• 20+ holidays every year
• Career advancement opportunities
• Free parking
• 401(k) and 457 Programs
• State of Texas retirement plan with a lifetime annuity through the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS)
• Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays other 50%)
• Optional benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and many more
• Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Responsibilities

• Maintains and balances financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; processes general journal entries; and processes payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers
• Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances; and reports findings
• Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes
• Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records
• Reviews agency accounting records, such as expenditure, fund, appropriation, expense code and ensures agency travel transactions are accounted for properly
• Prepares monthly status analysis of account balances and expenditures; and prepares technical reports on estimates, cost data, and budget items
• May assist in making recommendations for improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred. Education and experience relevant to position requirements may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis
• Six months of general office or accounting experience
• Regular work attendance
• Travel may be required for up to 5% of the time. If travel is 10% or more, you must maintain a state of Texas Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Integrated Statewide Administrative System (ISAS), Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS)
• Experience auditing and processing State of Texas expenditure and travel vouchers

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of state laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems
• Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint
• Ability to use personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other required systems
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people with varied skills, knowledge, and backgrounds
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Analyze and solve work-related problems and work independently on a variety of administrative work and technical assignments
• Manage and coordinate multiple tasks and priorities to meet necessary deadlines
• Work both independently and as a team player
• Ability to use personal computer, calculator by touch, and related office equipment

TDI does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.