Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. TWC strengthens the Texas economy by providing the workforce development component of the Governor's economic development strategy. Texas boasts an incredibly skilled workforce ready to attract enterprise to the Lone Star State. By focusing on the needs of employers, TWC gives Texas the competitive edge necessary to draw business here.

The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals, and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. The Financial Operations Department in the Finance Division is seeking an Accountant II to join our team. The Finance Department's mission is to provide financial services that promote highly effective financial management controls, help agency management achieve the efficient use of financial resources and to ensure accurate financial information is available to the agency in a timely manner.

TWC offers a competitive salary and State of Texas benefits that includes health insurance, benefit retirement, a variety of leave types and free parking. This position is located in Central Austin.

The Accountant II:
- Performs routine (journey-level) accounting work.
- Reviews and audits travel vouchers and related financial documents for accuracy and compliance with rules and regulations.
- Prepares and/or processes travel related payments and other related vouchers timely.
- Researches and assist in resolving payment discrepancies with vendors or agency staff accurately and timely by researching appropriate payables-related resources.
- Maintains adequate records of expenditures.
- Assists in making recommendations for improvements, adaptations, or revisions to procedures.
- Performs related work as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in accounting and financial operations strongly preferred.
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft software, and USAS strongly preferred.
- Professionalism, attention to detail, strong customer service, communication, writing, and organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities with frequent interruptions strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office strongly preferred.

The starting salary for this position is $2,748.00 - $3,500.00 per month, depending on qualifications.

The ideal candidate will work under moderate supervision.

How to Apply:
To apply for TWC jobs, please forward a completed State of Texas Application for Employment using ONE of the following ways stated below. Please do not submit more than one application for each posting. Apply ONE of the three ways listed: 1. Submit the application online through www.workintexas.com (PREFERRED); 2. Fax the application to 512-463-2832; or,3 Mail the application to Texas Workforce Commission, Human Resources Department, 101 E. 15th St., Room 230, Austin, TX 78778-0001.This is a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidates for the job. Selectee must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Please indicate the Job Posting Number on the Application.

The Texas Workforce Commission uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful completion of 90 semester hours of accredited college work which included at least 12 semester hours of accounting.
One year of full-time experience in accounting or auditing may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.
A license to practice as a certified public accountant in Texas will satisfy the education and/or experience requirements.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets.

Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf.

To apply for TWC jobs, please forward a completed State of Texas Application for Employment using ONE of the following ways stated below. Please do not submit more than one application for each posting. Apply ONE of the three ways listed: 1. Submit the application online through www.workintexas.com (PREFERRED); 2. Fax the application to 512-463-2832; or,3 Mail the application to Texas Workforce Commission, Human Resources Department, 101 E. 15th St., Room 230, Austin, TX 78778-0001.This is a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidates for the job. Selectee must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Please indicate the Job Posting Number on the Application. The Texas Workforce Commission uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.