Finance/Accounting Specialist: Accounts Receivable - Texas Department of Transportation : Job Details

Position Information Home to SXSW, Austin City Limits (ACL), and glorious natural springs and parks, Austin, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States, as well as the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin is the historic state capital of Texas and is the location of the Texas Department of Transportation Headquarters. TxDOT's Financial Management Division is seeking an Accounting Specialist III/IV. Come join our team at our beautiful, new Stassney campus in Austin, where you will enjoy a hybrid work schedule (with minimal in-person days), covered employee parking, walking trails, on-site fitness center, coffee bar, and on-site cafeteria. We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk! At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include telework, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house fitness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Stassney Campus: B018/Accounting Specialist III/1016/Accountant III Salary Range: $45,521 - $71,055 B019/Accounting Specialist IV/1018/Accountant IV Salary Range: $51,158 - $81,351 Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov) Position Description TxDOT's Financial Management Division is seeking an Accounting Specialist III/IV based in Austin, TX. This position performs various accounting-related activities, such as accounting for amounts owed and paid to TxDOT and billing and collection duties. This position is responsible for establishing, tracking and reporting TxDOT receivables and other duties as assigned. Work requires excellent communication skills and the ability to research discrepancies. Employees must also meet time deadlines, have a high level of attention to detail and handle multiple tasks. Employees at this level work under supervision with minimal to limited latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties: Accountant III

• Answers inquiries from vendors, contractors or other out-of-agency personnel regarding departmental financial transactions.
• Codes, enters and processes data into the ERP or other automated accounting systems; accesses interconnected state computer accounting systems to track status of financial payments documents.
• Communicates with Department staff to clarify information and/or to resolve discrepancies in required documentation.
• Coordinates with the Comptroller's office to reconcile accounting discrepancies.
• Investigates and reconciles complex accounting discrepancies.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Accountant IV

• Performs special projects.
• Provides technical assistance; assists in preparing new systems/programs or enhancements.

Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business-related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Experience: Accounting Specialist III - 2 years accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, auditing experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Accounting Specialist IV - 3 years accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, auditing experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, etc. highly preferred.

Competencies: Accountant III

• Required technical skills using the following or similar systems: Microsoft 365 (Teams, Planner, SharePoint), Peoplesoft, QuickBooks, Tableau etc.
• Revenue deposit procedures.
• Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology.
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data.
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.

Accountant IV

• Possesses keen problem-solving ability, advanced written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management and eagerness to assist in any current and prior audit and compliance requests.
• Understands how work is prioritized and will work on behalf of the team to accomplish set goals and objectives.
• Researching, analyzing and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulation.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)