TWDB - 25-17 - Accounts Payable Accountant Team Lead (Accountant VI)

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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

Job Description Summary

Performs advanced (senior-level) accounting work necessary for the daily operations and activities of the Texas Water Development Board. Serve as the Team Lead of the Accounts Payable section in the Financial Operations Division. Work involves preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of reconciliations, financial analyses and reports. Establishes, maintains and/or oversees accounting systems, procedures, and controls and prepares and/or oversees the preparation of presentation and training material. May train others and plan, assign, and/or review the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Financial Operations Division.

Essential Job Functions

Serves as Team Lead to the Accounts Payable (A/P) Team in the Financial Operations Division.

Oversees and/or prepares, audits, tracks various payment vouchers.

Oversees and/or prepares and/or processes various journals and payment vouchers related to A/P.

Assists with the completion of the binding encumbrance per APS018.

Assists with the preparation of 1099 forms.

Provides functional and technical expertise.

Develops and maintains documented user guides and procedures for processes and other tasks.

Identifies needed areas of change and makes recommendations to improve operations.

Prepares and completes accurate financial reconciliations.

Prepares and completes accurate financial reports, including appropriate supporting documentation and work paper references.

Interprets state and federal legislation.

Applies theoretical accounting principles in a practical environment.

Reviews the work of others for accuracy.

Reviews contract files for accuracy.

Researches, analyzes and coordinates payment discrepancies.

Participates in the development of the Annual Financial Report.

Responsible for researching TxWise loan discrepancies to recover, update, and remediate financial data.

Develops, implements, and maintains internal controls for accounts payable processes.

Prepares and reviews general ledger accounting entries.

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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