Deputy Accounting Director for Operations Support and Oversight 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: Deputy Accounting Director for Operations Support and Oversight 
Job Title: Director IV 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: HHSC Accounting 
Posting Number: 12697 
Closing Date: 01/27/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29 
Salary Range: $8,488.33 - $11,700.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
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: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 8003,8040,8041,8042,10C0,111X,112X,113X,114X,20C0,30C0,40C0,611X,612X,631X,641X,648X,90G0,91C0,91W0 
97E0,SEI15 
 
 

Job Description:

The Accounting Operations Support and Oversight Deputy Director reports directly to the HHSC Accounting Director and is responsible for providing senior-level managerial leadership to the following teams: Accounting Operations Support, Reporting and Security, Post Payment Oversight, Job Skills Development, and TINS/Warrant Processing. The role oversees the development of the accounting business plan, synchronization of the accounting year-end close/open process, and provides supervision over process improvement initiatives within the department. Additionally, the Deputy Director serves as the audit coordinator for the Accounting Department and ensures adherence to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and statutes. This position supports the Accounting Director in guiding the agency's financial strategic planning and represents both the agency and the DCFO/Accounting Director in delivering presentations and sharing information with state and federal agencies, as well as other organizations on departmental financial matters and programs. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to identifying opportunities for process optimization and integrating new technologies. This role is integral to risk assessment and mitigation efforts associated with departmental operations and promotes a culture of accountability and transparency across the financial management structure.

Essential Job Functions:

• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

• Provides vision, leadership, strategic direction and guidance in an array of highly advanced and complex accounting functions, including but not limited to vendor management, warrant distribution, post payment oversight, department performance reporting and automated system operations. 20%

• Plans, develops and documents the department's Annual Business Plan, in collaboration with other department areas. Directs, monitors and reports on department operational improvement initiatives and Accounting CFO Business Plan performance measures. 20%

• Plans, develops, evaluates and implements accounting policies for Operations Support and Oversight in accordance with GAAP/GASB and applicable state and federal rules, regulations and agency policies. 20%

• Directs the completion of all agency Operation Support and Oversight functions pursuant to requirements developed by the Legislature, the Comptroller of Public Accounts and regulations defined by the agency's federal partners. 20%

• Facilitates the department Federal and State audit activities and serves as the Accounting Audit Coordinator.15%

• Performs other duties as assigned. 5%

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.

• Knowledge of the principles of leadership and how to work with various leadership styles and personnel.

• Ability to manage business activities, establish goals and objectives, devise solutions to administrative problems, as well as develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.

• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy

• Skills in strategic planning and executing and evaluating complex programs, rules, regulations policies and procedures

• Skills in managing multiple and competing priorities, problem solving, and management of resources.

• Skills in leadership, communication and public speaking, working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse groups.

• Ability to direct and organize program operational activities; to establish objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

• Ability to develop, implement, communicate and lead an organizational vision which integrates key state and program goals, priorities, values, and other factors.

• Ability to lead, implement and balance change and continuity to continually strive to improve customer service and  program performance within the basic state government framework.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: N/A

Initial Screening Criteria

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the U.S. equivalency with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration/management or a related field plus five (5) years progressively responsible experience in accounting related work.

Must have at least five (5) years of demonstrated and progressively responsible managerial experience. Graduate level education in above baccalaureate degree fields may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

(Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.) Substitution Note: Additional work experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Accounting experience in State Government  is perferred.

Experience in USAS, CAPPS-Financial or PeopleSoft is preferred.

Experience utilizing and managing SharePoint sites preferred.

Experience as a project manager preferred.

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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.