TPWD - Accountant III (Internal Applicants Only)

Job Description:

TPWD - Accountant III (Internal Applicants Only)

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. Processes daily transaction in one or more specialized functional areas of Accounts Payable (AP): credit cards, leases, petty cash, refunds, statement review/research, utilities into the agency's internal accounting system Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), or direct entry into the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS). Troubleshoots problems related to auditing, matching, tracking, and resolution of AP issues. Trains entry-level accountants and 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.

Experience :

One year experience in accounts payable, accounting, or financial operations.

Licensure :

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

One year of experience in accounts payable, accounting, or financial operations, may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience :

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

Experience with FileZilla software.

Experience with Engie Impact.

Experience handling large datasets utilizing MS Excel.

Experience in accounts payable or accounting at a State of Texas agency or university.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Knowledge of budget controls, purchasing methods and procedures.

Knowledge of Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Knowledge of Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).

Knowledge of Texas Comptroller object codes and definitions, vendor codes, applicable Texas purchasing codes and funding codes applicable to the processing of payments.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in utilizing Excel to analyze data and report findings in the most efficient and effective manner.

Skill in using standard office equipment.

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

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Skill in training others.

Ability to use office procedures, administrative principles, general bookkeeping and accounting practices.

Ability to accurately follow instructions and resolve routine problems.

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

Ability to maintain records and work accurately with numerical details in a high volume setting.

Ability to utilize organizational policies, procedures, and state laws.

Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data.

Ability to plan and arrange workload tasks to meet deadlines.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

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

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as part of a team.

Ability to accomplish goals and meet deadlines.

Ability to work efficiently, and in a dependable, organized and productive manner.

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 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 50 lbs.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Fragrance-free work environment in Accounts Payable department.

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

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Oct 16, 2025, 11:59:00 PM