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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.
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• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members-saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
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• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that's time off you're actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance-at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

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Functional Title: Cash Management Accountant VII
Job Title: Accountant VII
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Department: Accounting
Posting Number: 13074
Closing Date: 07/23/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-26
Salary Range: $7,000.00 - $8,500.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 3451,310X,651X,751X,3402,3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,90A,36B,89A,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10,LS,LSS,PS,SK
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Brief Job Description:
The Accountant VII position performs highly advanced (senior-level) accounting work in the areas of cash management, federal draws, accounts receivable, reconciliation, and appropriation control. This is a Team Lead position for the Cash Management Unit and serves as an expert advisor to the Cash Management staff and Manager. This position monitors the work of others and works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Work includes evaluating, recommending and developing policies, internal controls, guidelines and procedures; reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting State and Federal financial regulations and policies that affect the unit; and serving as a liaison and a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance and expertise to internal and external entities on general ledger accounting issues. The position routinely interacts with staff within the agency, representatives from other State or Federal agencies, and the public.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

• Serve as a resource, liaison, and subject matter expert in the areas of Cash Management, Federal Draws, Accounts Receivable, Appropriation Control and other aspects of General Ledger accounting to staff and management. (30%)
• Audit, review and approve accounting documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes and regulations, including voucher and journal entries. (30%)
• Review, analyze and interpret State and Federal financial regulations and policies to ensure compliance with State and Federal Regulations, including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). (5%)
• Evaluate, recommend, and develop policies, internal controls, guidelines and procedures to improve financial operations. (5%)
• Identify reconciliation discrepancies in accounting transactions, determine the proper corrective action, and coordinate with the appropriate staff to correct the discrepancies. (10%)
• Compile information for various Federal, State and Internal Audit requests as assigned. (1%)
• Assist with the preparation of periodic financial statements and reports in accordance with state and federal reporting requirements. (1%)
• Interact with agency administrators and staff, the Comptroller's office and other stakeholders on accounting and fiscal-related matters. (10%)
• Provide staff training. (7%)
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain accounting operations, including assisting in other areas of the Cash Management Unit and the Accounting Division. (1%)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems including GAAP standards.
• Knowledge and experience in governmental accounting and financial operations, including Accounts Receivable, Appropriation Control, Cash Management, Reconciliation, and/or Federal Grant draws
• Experience with HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS, and/ or similar financial systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office computer applications (e.g. Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience with completing complex account reconciliations

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software
• Advanced problem-solving skills related to administrative/accounting policies and procedures.

• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies pertaining to fiscal operations.
• Ability to plan procedures, coordinate accounting operations, and provide guidance to others.
• Ability to work within established deadlines
• Ability to reconcile complex accounts
• Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data into concise reports
• Ability to communicate effectively

Registrations, Licensure Requirements, or Certifications:
None
Initial Screening Criteria:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible full-time accounting, financial operations, banking, or budget experience

OR

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field, and three (3) years of progressively responsible full-time accounting, financial operations, banking, or budget experience.

Acceptable Substitutions:

• Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of nine hours of accounting may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.
• Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of twelve hours of accounting may be substituted for two (2) years of required experience.

Additional Selection Criteria:

• Experience with HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS, and/ or similar financial systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office computer applications (e.g. Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience in State or Federal financial reporting, reconciliation of financial data using automated accounting systems, and/ or General Ledger accounting.

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.
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