TMD - Accountant III (Utilities Accountant)

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00057846

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile.__ Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. *Resumes do not take the place of this required information.*

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

*BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY*

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing financial statements, records, documents, and reports. Specializes in federal funds accounting. Assists and processes state reimbursements and ensures funding availability for CFMO Appendix 1 program. Monitors the program utility requirements to include budgeting, invoicing, payments, and reimbursements. Provides reports and funds transfer requests to other federal agencies, TXARNG offices, and state agencies. Assist with monitoring budget and program performance through detailed analysis, reconciliation, and reporting. May train others. Reports directly to the Deputy Branch Chief and Federal Resource Manager and works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

*WORK HOURS:* Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Prepares financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; prepares and/or processes invoices for utility and municipal services payments across Texas Military Department (TMD) facilities.
• Prepares periodic analyses of fund balances and expenditures; and prepares technical reports on utilities and municipal services, estimates, cost data, and budget items.
• 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 and accounting documents and records.
• Maintains systems and controls necessary to provide accurate accounts of expenditures and budget balances for agency programs.
• Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances; and reports findings.
• Assists in making recommendations for improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures.
• Reconcile accounts and appropriation balances.
• Assist Budget Analyst with budgetary second level review and funding authority in CAPPS.
• May train others in accounting practices; payments, outstanding list reports, and reconciliation.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies and procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.