24-127 - Revenue Accountant (Accountant I-II)

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Job description

Job Description

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account (url removed) in the CAPPS online application system at (url removed). Please visit our job opportunities page at (url removed) for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board's Mission - Leading the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about our employee benefits and more, visit (url removed).

The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Salary Ranges:

Accountant I: $2,998/monthly - $3,792/monthly

Accountant II: $3,792.01/monthly - $4,002/monthly

Job Description Summary

Performs routine (entry-level) to (journey-level) accounting work. Serves as a revenue accountant in the Revenue section of the Financial Operations Division. Ensures that accounting records and files related to deposits are processed timely and are reviewed for accuracy and consistency with state accounting guidance and agency record keeping methodologies. This position may reconcile, research, and resolve discrepancies identified. Assists with other revenue functions as requested by management. Provides general support on special projects as assigned. May train others. Works under close to moderate supervision with minimum to limited latitude for the use and initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Financial Operations Division.

Essential Job Functions

Processes and deposits agency revenue in a timely manner.

Prepares and enters deposits and journal in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company (Trust) and Texas Water Information System Expansion (TxWise).

Prepares monthly reconciliations activities.

Reviews various journals for discrepancies.

Setup vendors in the Texas Identification Number System (TINS) and CAPPS.

Serves as backup and provides assistance to other revenue accountants.

Prepares entries and documents for routine transactions.

Complies with established procedures as set forth in the Financial Operations Division.

Research items upon request.

Monitors Aged Receivables accounts and other pending items.

Coordinates coverage of functions related to individual job responsibilities prior to requesting time off.

Participates in independent job-related research and demonstrates initiative when seeking solutions to issues.

Composes procedures for tasks and responsibilities.

Maintains confidential and sensitive information.

Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.

Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.

May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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