THECB - Manager II (financial Services)

Accounting And Reporting Specialist

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is seeking a talented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic individual to support the accounting and reporting functions at the agency. The position will focus on general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting functions. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a results-driven focus, who can demonstrate how their skills and competencies can add value to a department that operates in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

General Description: Performs senior level work related to accounting and reporting for the Financial Services Division of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Work involves supervising a department with responsibilities that include preparing account reconciliations, performing general ledger accounting work, and analyzing and reporting on financial data. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position reports to the Director of Financial Accounting and Reporting.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the accounting and reporting functions within the department to meet tight internal and external deadlines.
• Prepare complex general ledger accounting entries in both internal and external accounting systems.
• Monitor the posting and releasing of journal entries in accounting systems.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations between internal/external accounting systems as well as payment feeder systems.
• Oversee the preparation and transmission of IRS 1099 reports.
• Prepare loan accounting and related reports for the agency’s student loan portfolio.
• Participate in the monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reports to agency departments as well as third party entities.
• Develop systems to streamline operations to yield operational efficiencies.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of accounting processes and controls to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Assist in planning accounting procedures to control the flow of financial information from initial entry to final reports.
• Give technical assistance to division staff in handling unusual or complex accounting transactions.
• Function as back-up to other parts of the work-unit as necessary.
• Keep abreast of legislative changes, both state and federal, which affect management of funds.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Knowledge Skills or Abilities:

• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to oversee projects in a lead capacity, involving multiple divisions across an organization.
• Ability to perform intermediate to advanced level financial analysis work.
• Ability to perform advanced and/or senior level general ledger accounting and financial reporting work.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office, with an advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Skill in using automated financial reporting and accounting systems.
• Ability to devise solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to plan, organize, effectively manage, and complete multiple priorities concurrently, and to keep management abreast of issues.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Required In-Office Days: This position requires on-site work. The employee must be physically present in the office five (5) days per week.

Qualifications: Required Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business, or a closely related field.
• Five years of full-time experience of increasingly responsible professional-level work in all the following disciplines: financial analysis, accounting, and reporting of complex financial data.
• One year of full-time experience supervising a team of direct reports.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of state and federal laws.
• Experience in Texas State Government accounting, including extensive experience with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions: Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:

• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance at work;
• Frequent use of personal computer, copiers, printers and telephones;
• Frequent sitting;
• Frequently works under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.
• If/when working from home, a strong, reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace are required.

Workforce: Must be able to:

• Regularly, reliably, and punctually attend work;
• Demonstrate knowledge of customer service deliverables;
• Show flexibility and adaptability toward changes in assignments and work schedules, working extended hours as necessary;
• Adhere to the organization’s internal management policies and procedures; and
• Contribute to the agency’s performance measures and mission.

Application Requirements: The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A State of Texas application is required to apply. For more information on how to apply for this position, go to the Coordinating Board’s employment opportunities website at http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/about-us/human-resources/career-opportunities/. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board participates in E-Verify for each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For questions, please call the HR Department at 512-427-6190. For vocal and/or hearing assistance call 7-1-1. Notes to Applicant: If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position. Your job application must be completely filled out. Your application must contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer and a description of duties performed in a way that demonstrates you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Veterans Information: THECB is committed to hiring Veterans. To receive Veteran’s Preference, a copy of the FORM DD214 -member #4, must be attached when submitting your application. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THECB does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job offer and continuation of employment with THECB is contingent upon: Proof of education and experience listed on the application. Eligibility/authorization to work in the U.S. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check. Compliance with the Selective Service.