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Accountant I (Business Services) Revenue Accountant

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:     

Performs entry-level and technical accounting support work. Work involves performing detailed assignments in recording, classifying, maintaining, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, or reports. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  

Essential Job Functions:

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (EJFs):  

(40%) Prepares and maintains financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; processes general journal entries; and processes payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers.  

  • Processes cash adjustments, revenue refunds, and handles non-sufficient funds returned Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions in Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS) and Versa Regulation (VR) and tracks using excel spreadsheets.
  • Audits accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy and adherence to departmental policies, procedures, as well as state and federal statutes.
  • Receives cash, prepares deposit slips, and maintains cash control records.
  • Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances, and reports findings.
  • May perform financial calculations such as amounts due, interest charges, and outstanding balances.

(40%) Conducts data entries for various expenditures, revenue, general ledger, and encumbrance vouchers into CAPPS and USAS. 

  • Records financial transactions accurately and ensures compliance with policies.
  • May assist with the tracking and processing of invoices to ensure payments are made timely.
  • Coordinates with team lead and supervisor in classifying, coding, posting, and balancing financial accounting documents/records.
  • Files and maintains accounts payable and purchase order documentation.

(10%) Uploads electronic documents and reviews quality of electronic documents and uploads to imaging system. 

  • Files and maintains accounts payable and purchase order documentation.

(5%) Assists with reconciling discrepancies of invoices and purchases and reports findings. 

  • May assist with auditing and approving field receiving reports, invoices, and similar records.


 

(5%) Performs related work as assigned. 

 

MQs, KSA, License/Certifications:

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, auditing, financial, operations banking, budget or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. 

NOTE:  An Associates degree in accounting, auditing, financial, operations banking, budget or a related field, can substitute for two (2) years’ full-time work experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Prefer experience in state government accounting.
  • Prefer Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) and Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems including CAPPS and USAS.
  • Knowledge of related software including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Skill

  • Skill in the use of a personal computer and related office equipment.

Abilities

  • Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory; to interpret laws and regulations; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to review work for accuracy, to accurately perform detailed numerical work, to make arithmetical computations, and to prepare financial and accounting records.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to maintain working relationships with personnel of other divisions, agencies, and the public.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:  

Possess a valid Texas Driver License  

Physical Requirements/Supplemental Information:

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS:     

Work is typically performed in a sedentary office setting involving sitting, standing, and walking. Must be able to squat, bend and crouch to reach filing systems. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time. Exposure to normal office temperatures and noise. Work requires extensive use of computers, telephone and related equipment. May lift, carry, move, and/or set up equipment and materials that weigh up to 25 pounds.  

This position is required to work in the office at least two days a week, however it is eligible for a hybrid schedule teleworking after initial training is conducted and the candidate has demonstrated competency and the ability to work independently. For telework, must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule and be available for meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours. 

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALIST (MOS) CODE: 

Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

 

Supplemental Information

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission reserves the right to adjust compensation based upon legislative mandates in regard to TABC's and/or an employee's contribution to the Employees Retirement System. In compliance with Senate Bill 321, agencies that hire a person who has retired from the Employees Retirement System (ERS) or the Law Enforcement and Custodial Officers Supplemental Fund (LECOS) on or after September 1, 2009, are required to remit a surcharge each month the return-to-work retiree is employed. Candidates meeting these requirements will be offered a lower base salary to cover the surcharge. 

The Commission will conduct a criminal history and driver record check with the Texas Department of Public Safety in accordance with applicable standards on all finalists for this position. 

More than one position may be filled from this posting. 

Applicants should clearly describe on their applications how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Qualifications may be verified through testing. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization; For more information, see: https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify/what-is-e-verify

Males between the ages of 18 and 25 years, inclusive, may be required to furnish proof of either selective service registration or exemption there from as a condition of state employment. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission adheres to the Veteran's Preference granted in Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code and the Former Foster Children Preference granted in Chapter 672 of Section 1, Subtitle B, and Title 6 of the Texas Government Code