Accountant III in Austin, TX

Description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Accountant III 
Job Title: Accountant III 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: HHSC Accounting 
Posting Number: 10454 
Closing Date: 11/05/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18 
Salary Range: $4,500.00 - $4,725.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 20% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations: Austin 
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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Accountant III Accounts Receivable Detail Entry 

Do you like solving mysteries and working to meet deadlines?  Do you enjoy working as a team to meet goals while being responsible for completing your own tasks?

If you have experience performing reconciliation in accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling, then this job opportunity is for you.

Brief Job Description:

You will work in the Chief Financial Officer's Accounting department to:

• Review and process incoming payments by posting them to the correct accounts within the established daily deadline
• Make outbound phone calls and/or emails to obtain payment coding information
• Receive inbound phone calls and/or emails regarding payment inquiries
• Prepare payments for deposit
• Maintain accurate audit documents
• Prepare paperwork for suspense account and email fund move requests
• Backup the Recon Processing Team tasks as needed

You will report to the Detail Processing Team Lead on the Accounts Receivable Detail Processing Team.

You will need accounting, bookkeeping, or cash-handling experience or reconciliation of cash receipts.

You will need experience using point of sale system, automated accounting system, or customer service database.

You will need experience in Microsoft Office Suite products.
Ability to work under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

1. Review and verify checks that are received from initial entry are correctly sorted, categorized, and verified. Enter check information into the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS) ensuring checks are allocated correctly, prepared for deposit, and forwarded to the Voucher team for deposit within the 72 hours mandated. (50%)
2. Research queries from stakeholders to identify if a payment has been received and correctly allocated in the ARTS subsidiary ledger and CAPPS. Ensure payments that have been incorrectly allocated are corrected in ARTS and sent to the Voucher Team to be correctly entered into USAS. (15%)
3. 15% Review funds that have been applied to the suspense account and verify that background information has been requested but has not yet arrived and that all research has been completed. Re-allocate funds whose allocation has been identified from the suspense account to the correct account. (15%)
4. Review and verify that work completed in the Detail area is completed accurately with no unresolved errors and according to GAAP guidelines and HHSC Accounts Receivable standards. (5%)
5. Provide in-depth research and investigation into funds that are difficult to allocate using all available resources. Perform background research for collection corrections on funds that have been previously misallocated. (5%)
6. Contact stakeholders by email and/or phone to verify correct allocation information. (5%)
7. Assists in the completion of special projects as and when assigned. (5%) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records in an automated accounting system.
2. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to transactions; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively.
3. Skill in the use of personal computers, auxiliary equipment, and various software applications.
4. Ability to work within established deadlines and ability to prepare accurate reports.
5. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providers, agency staff, and others.
6. Skill in problem identification and resolution.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

1. Experience in accounting, finance, cash handling, or related fields.  State or Government accounting preferred.
2. Experience using a point-of-sale system, automated accounting system, or customer database system.
3. Experienced user of MS office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
4. Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State job application.
5. Graduated from High School or equivalent.  Work experience may be substituted for higher education in accounting, financial field, or related on a year to year basis.

Additional Information:

Personality traits:
Ability to work closely on a team with varying personalities to meet hard deadlines in an ever-changing environment. 

Professionalism:
Demonstrate consideration and respect for others in the workplace. Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful work situations.

This is an in-office job in Central Austin working with a fun group of people.

Not eligible to telework and may require extended hours to meet deposit deadlines.

Telework Disclaimer:

This position is not eligible for telework. This job is in office five days a week in Central Austin.

Shift requirements are in office five days a week Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM with the flexibility to come in early or work late if needed to meet established deadlines.  

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

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.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.