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TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY Accounts Payable Accountant (Accountant III) in Austin, Texas

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00042761 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

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. Core Values: We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students. We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students. We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students. We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them. POSITION OVERVIEW:The Accounts Payable Accountant performs moderately complex accounting work that requires careful review of purchase order invoices before payment vouchers are entered to the agency accounting system (TCAPPS). This individual will play a critical role ensuring that the accounts payable team meets its performance goals and supports the agency in fulfilling its strategic priorities by meeting deadlines and maintaining a high standard of accuracy. In addition, the Accounts Payable Accountant must have a passion for outstanding customer service to respond to the needs and expectations of a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders. This individual is expected to contribute his or her knowledge, independent judgment, initiative, and expertise to build on the team's objective of continuous improvement. This position reports to Accountant Payable Manager. Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume is a required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned. 1. Audits administrative invoices against Purchase Order (PO) terms: audits administrative non-contract invoices against PO payment terms conditions within 7 working days after invoice receipt2. Obtain invoice payment approval within 21 days: ensures invoice payment approval is received within 21 days of receipt (includes follow ups with director, manager, or designee)3. Process vouchers in TCAPPS no later than 7 days prior to PDD: processes vouchers in TCAPPS per State of Texas prompt payment within 7 days prior to the payment due date4. Yearly outstanding PO cleanup: follows up with program division managers to liquidate outstanding encumbrances for assigned POs by the annual deadline date5. Timely customer service to internal external stakeholders: provides timely customer service to internal and external stakeholders within 3 days from original request Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in accounting Substitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military; Experience with accounts payable procedures and processes, CAPPS, USAS, and TINS; Knowledge of fiscal programs; governmental accounting; budget control methods, policies, and procedures; and of laws and regulations pertaining to financial operations; Highly skilled with Microsoft Office and People oft products; Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment; Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines; Excellent written and oral communications skills; A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference. To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the States Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military occupational category that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title. This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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