TxDMV - Accounting Manager (Austin, TX)

This position is required to work at TxDMV headquarters located in Austin, TX.

State Title: Manager VIII

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:

To apply for this position, select the “Apply Online” button. Complete your on-line applicant profile and the State of Texas Application for Employment. TxDMV does not accept paper applications.

Effective January 23, 2026:

· You will be required to attach a resume to your application which will be used for screening purposes.

· Please ensure your résumé is detailed and specific, including a full employment history (full time or part time), education, licenses, and skills.

· Your résumé must include the month and year for start and end dates for each listed employer.

· Failure to fully complete the application requirements and pre- screening questions may disqualify you for consideration for this position.

Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-5612 when contacted to schedule an interview.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Our mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.

Performs highly advanced managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of Texas Department of Motor Vehicles accounting functions. Oversees, manages, plans, and coordinates highly complex financial activities to include payment processing, payroll, financial reporting, general ledger, accounts receivable, revenue collection and grant accounting. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of professional and technical staff. Work requires contact with executives and governmental/private entities. Develops standards for achieving goals and participates in strategic communications efforts regarding departmental accounting and reporting. Work requires strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented managerial expertise, and the ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organization. Supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position reports to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Serves as the Manager of Accounting Operations.

Oversees the preparation of agency financial statements and other year-end reports. Presents to executive management and the TxDMV Board.

Oversees staff development plans and activities in Accounting Operations including general ledger, financial reporting, revenue collections, expenditure processing, payroll and time/attendance.

Oversees complex financial transactions, develops long and short-term strategies to maximize the use of state and federal funds.

Oversees, formulates, and manages financial administration functions for the department using State of Texas Financial Systems, including State of Texas Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Oversees special investigations and internal audits of section activities. Evaluates audit findings to determine appropriate corrective actions.

Oversees the planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of policies and procedures related to accounting operations and monitors compliance with policies and procedures.

May represent the TxDMV at meetings, hearings, trials, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.

Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws and regulations; completeness of data and presence of documentation.

Involved in meetings/communication with internal stakeholders to communicate compliance requirements and issues.

Ensures section coordination with internal programs to meet department goals and objectives.

Responsible for the supervision, selection, training and development, and performance management of section staff.

May travel up to 10% of the time. May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.

Assists with the development of automated resources for financial administration.

Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.