What are the responsibilities and job description for the TMD - Accountant II (Accounts Payable/Travel Accountant) position at Texas Military Department?
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APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00051260
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 Departments 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)andthe Texas State Guard (TXSG).
Our Vision: Americas 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 routine (journey-level) accounting work for the Finance Department. This role involves maintaining, preparing, posting, and reconciling accounting and financial statements, records, documents, and reports. Responsibilities also include preparing and posting purchase vouchers within an assigned accounting area or appendix. Cross trains in other accounting areas or appendices. Specializes in accounts payable, travel and financial reporting and in the knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations that apply to each. Reports to the Accounting Manager and work under moderate supervision with minimal latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment.
WORK HOURS: Monday Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
Classifies, codes, posts and balances financial accounting documents and records.
Performs routine level accounting duties and data entry with accuracy.
Computes, analyzes, prepares and processes purchase or travel vouchers and encumbrances, utilizing the accounts payable system and maintains related documentation.
Prepares, processes and validates journal vouchers, accounting documents and transactions and initiates corrective action where necessary.
Verifies, audits and performs reconciliation of payment vouchers between reports, vouchers and warrants or direct deposits.
Reconcile accounts, bank statements, credit card statements or appropriation balances.
Reviews accounting records to ensure agency assets are accounted for properly.
Researches, analyzes and coordinates payment discrepancies.
Tracks invoices to ensure payments are made in a timely manner.
Recommends improvements, adaptations or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures.
Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies procedures handbook.
May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holidays.
Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMIUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required. (Substitution Allowed)
Preferred Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or related field is preferred.
Experience
Two (2) years of full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping is required.
Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.
Preferred Experience
Four or more years of full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping is preferred.
Experience using USAS (Uniform Statewide Accounting System) and TINS (Texas Identification Number System) is preferred.
Experience using CAPPS (Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System) is preferred.
Substitution
Experience working in a military environment is preferred.
Full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping can be substituted for required education on a year-per-year basis for up to four years.
Registration, Certification Or Licensure
A valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.
Other Requirements
Background Investigation. Selected candidate must be able to obtain a CAC and/or pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Pe
You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00051260
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 Departments 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)andthe Texas State Guard (TXSG).
Our Vision: Americas 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 routine (journey-level) accounting work for the Finance Department. This role involves maintaining, preparing, posting, and reconciling accounting and financial statements, records, documents, and reports. Responsibilities also include preparing and posting purchase vouchers within an assigned accounting area or appendix. Cross trains in other accounting areas or appendices. Specializes in accounts payable, travel and financial reporting and in the knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations that apply to each. Reports to the Accounting Manager and work under moderate supervision with minimal latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment.
WORK HOURS: Monday Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
Classifies, codes, posts and balances financial accounting documents and records.
Performs routine level accounting duties and data entry with accuracy.
Computes, analyzes, prepares and processes purchase or travel vouchers and encumbrances, utilizing the accounts payable system and maintains related documentation.
Prepares, processes and validates journal vouchers, accounting documents and transactions and initiates corrective action where necessary.
Verifies, audits and performs reconciliation of payment vouchers between reports, vouchers and warrants or direct deposits.
Reconcile accounts, bank statements, credit card statements or appropriation balances.
Reviews accounting records to ensure agency assets are accounted for properly.
Researches, analyzes and coordinates payment discrepancies.
Tracks invoices to ensure payments are made in a timely manner.
Recommends improvements, adaptations or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures.
Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies procedures handbook.
May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holidays.
Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMIUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required. (Substitution Allowed)
Preferred Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or related field is preferred.
Experience
Two (2) years of full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping is required.
Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.
Preferred Experience
Four or more years of full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping is preferred.
Experience using USAS (Uniform Statewide Accounting System) and TINS (Texas Identification Number System) is preferred.
Experience using CAPPS (Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System) is preferred.
Substitution
Experience working in a military environment is preferred.
Full-time experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping can be substituted for required education on a year-per-year basis for up to four years.
Registration, Certification Or Licensure
A valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.
Other Requirements
Background Investigation. Selected candidate must be able to obtain a CAC and/or pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Pe
