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Job Description
The Texas General Land Office is seeking an Accountant IV (Cash Disbursements Accountant) within the Financial Management department of the agency.
ACCOUNTANT IV: Performs complex (journeylevel) accounting work. Work involves preparing financial statements, records, documents, purchase vouchers, and reports. May specialize in some phase of accounting work such as federal funds accounting, property and equipment control, cost, payroll, or bond servicing. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Our Mission:
The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.
What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be:
Audits expenditure and financial documents for accuracy include classifying and balancing codes and entering financial transactions accordingly to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and with state and federal statutes.
Maintains adequate records of disbursements, funds, appropriations, and purchase orders.
Prepare reports on disbursement transactions. Analyzes and recommends improvements to accounting systems and accompanying procedures.
Reconciles accounts, bank statements, and/or appropriation balances, research discrepancies and reports findings. Performs related work as assigned.
Monitor ongoing accounting operations and review and audit completed financial records for accuracy and compliance with legal and departmental standards.
Analyze and recommend improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with major coursework in Accounting, Finance, or a related field to the program. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Two (2) or more years of fulltime experience in accounting and financial operations. Fulltime Accounting or closely related experience may substitute for education on a yearforyear basis.
Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) or more years with a State of Texas or higher education agency to include Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel system (CAPPS) experience.
Two (2) or more years of Accounts Payable/Purchase Order processing experience.
Two (2) or more years of Microsoft Excel experience.
Two (2) or more years of Microsoft Access experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.
Skill in the use of office equipment and personal computers; proficient with MS Office.
Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory; to plan and coordinate financial programs; to plan procedures and coordinate accounting operations; to interpret laws and regulations; to perform complex accounting transactions; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.
Compensation and Benefits: Free Parking
Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
Medical Insurance State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible fulltime employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible parttime employees¿ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year Annual leave increases with length of service.
Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.
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:
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How to Apply: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at or in the CAPPS Career Site
You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Site. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Site.
Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
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.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer's name, supervisor's name and phone number, and summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
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