TPWD - Accountant III

Job Description:

TPWD - Accountant III

Description

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.


PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

• Job Title
• Dates of employment (month/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
• Description of duties performed
• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
• Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience.
• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
• College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. A copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
• Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
• Work In Texas (WIT) Applications : WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit .

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Accountant I-VII

Army

36A, 36B, 70C, 89A

Accountant I-VII

Navy

LS, LSS, PS, 310X, 651X, 751X

Accountant I-VII

Coast Guard

F&S, FIN10

Accountant I-VII

Marine Corps

3451, 3402, 3404, 3408, 8844

Accountant I-VII

Air Force

6F0X1, 65FX, 65WX

Accountant I-VII

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.
• Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.




HIRING CONTACT: Viktoriya Jensen, (512) 389-8802

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Accounts Payable, TPWD HQ, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas, 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Manager, this position performs moderately complex (journey-level) accounting work. Duties include Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) and Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS). Work involves but is not limited to the daily processing of bills for payment, troubleshooting complex Accounts Payable (AP) issues, posting expenditure corrections and performing other day-to-day Accounts Payable duties along with reconciling AP transactions between CAPPS and USAS. Supports the AP module of CAPPS by assisting with testing accounting functionality, training staff, performing data entry, and recommending improvements and/or revisions to the AP module. Assists with special projects as needed. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management.

Experience :

One year experience in accounting and financial operations.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education: One year of experience in accounts payable, accounting, financial operations, or clerical/bookkeeping work with advanced office experience including preparation of correspondence and reports, and record keeping, may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management.

Experience :

Experience with automated accounting systems such as Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), or similar systems accounting systems.

Experience processing and reconciling accounts payable transactions.

Experience with handling large data sets and utilizing advanced features of MS Office products or reporting tools for analysis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.

Knowledge of integrated financial system or similar system payment process.

Knowledge of Texas Comptroller object codes and definitions, vendor codes, applicable Texas Procurement and Support Services (TPASS) purchasing codes and funding codes applicable to the processing of bills.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in using automated accounting systems such as USAS, CAPPS, or similar systems.

Skill in using computers for financial analysis.

Skill in using accounting systems and ad-hoc database query tools.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations.

Skill in presenting financial data in a clear and understandable manner.

Skill in ascertaining areas to be considered confidential and maintaining confidentiality in sensitive matters.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Ability to follow procedures for accounting systems.

Ability to follow instructions and resolve routine problems.

Ability to research, analyze and interpret financial data.

Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

Ability to work accurately with large amounts of numerical data.

Ability to identify errors while taking and/or recommending appropriate corrective actions.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to work as a member of a team to accomplish goals.

Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Ability to maintain positive attitude while working under pressure.

Ability to navigate in the Comptroller's financial system (USAS) and vendor database (TINS).

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 15 lbs.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Required to work on holidays, weekends, and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 15 lbs.

Must comply with fragrance-free work environment in Accounts Payable department.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicle.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Oct 20, 2025, 11:59:00 PM