Financial Reporting Analyst

Agency Information

Serve Texas with private-sector urgency and public-sector purpose.

Every dollar the State of Texas collects, holds, or spends runs through the Comptrollers Office. We are the states chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer, and purchasing manager. We write the checks and keep the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government, and we serve virtually every Texan while doing it.

Texans trust us with their money. We earn that trust every day by safeguarding taxpayer dollars, cutting waste, and finding better, faster, more efficient ways to get the job done.

This is not a place to coast. The work is demanding, the pace is fast, and the standards are high. We want people who take ownership, question the status quo, and think creatively seeing beyond the obvious to solve the problems facing Texans. We measure ourselves by results. If youre driven by the idea that government can work better, and willing to work hard to prove it, youll fit in here.

What youll get in return: real responsibility, meaningful work, and the chance to build your career alongside sharp, mission-focused professionals. We invest in people who invest in the job, with on-the-job training, professional development, and room to grow as fast as your performance allows.

Public service is a calling. If youre ready to make every taxpayer dollar count, we want to hear from you.

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Work Hours

8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holiday. Hours may change based on business needs.

General Description

Were looking for accounting professionals to join the Financial Management Division at the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA). In this role, youll research and interpret Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, guide state agencies on complex accounting and reporting matters, and contribute to the preparation of the Texas Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Success in this position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical thinking, and the ability to follow procedures while working independently and collaboratively with stakeholders across state government to meet established deadlines.

Salary Range:

Accountant V: $6,000 - $6,500 monthly

Accountant VI: $7,083.33 - $7,583.33 monthly

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in Accounting.

• Experience with automated accounting system software (i.e. USAS, CAPPS, MIP, Oracle, etc.)

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (primarily Excel and Word)

Accountant V:

• Four (4) years of experience with general ledger accounting functions (not including subledgers like A/P, A/R, Payroll, etc.)

Accountant VI:

• Five (5) years of general financial/accounting, financial reporting, or financial statement auditing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a masters degree or higher in Accounting or other related field (e.g. Finance).

• State AFR or ACFR or Consolidation Financial Reporting (multi-company) experience.

• State governmental or higher education accounting/auditing experience.

• Accounting/auditing experience with federal grants, investments, bonds, and/or capital assets.

• SQL (Structure Query Language) or database experience.

Substitutions

Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses / Certifications (Preferred)

Certified Public Accountant

Essential Job Duties:

Accountant V:

• Prepares highly complex adjusting entries, notes to the financial statements and work products related to the production of the ACFR.

• Provides technical and financial accounting assistance to state agencies (e.g. smaller to mid-size size agencies having mainly governmental funds with minor basis conversion entries, little or no proprietary funds or federal funds) with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) profiles, T-Code and Object code determination for transaction entry and error correction, and assists with running queries/reports to analyze the financial data.

• Assists in the update to the Annual Financial Report (AFR) reporting requirements, preparation of training materials, and in identifying improvements in the processes used to prepare the ACFR.

• Reviews and analyzes less complex state agencies¿ financial data (e.g. smaller to mid-size agencies having mainly governmental funds with minor basis conversion entries, little or no proprietary funds or federal funds) for accuracy, consistency, appropriateness and conformity to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or other accounting or reporting guidelines as defined by the Comptroller.

• Reconciles USAS interagency activity and prepares and enters appropriate correcting accounting entries.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Accountant VI:

• Prepares highly complex adjusting entries, ACFR financial statements¿ notes and work products related to the production of the ACFR.

• Assists team leads and supervisor by regularly leading or assisting on projects within the section such as the AFR reporting requirements update and training, implementation of new GASB statements; providing training/mentoring of team members, identifying and implementing improvements in policies and procedures for FRS tasks, and submitting reports to management on behalf of team lead or supervisor.

• Reviews and analyzes highly complex state agencies¿ (e.g. mid-size to large agencies having governmental funds with basis conversion entries, proprietary funds and federal funds) financial data for accuracy, consistency, appropriateness and conformity to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or other accounting or reporting guidelines as defined by the Comptroller.

• Provides technical and financial accounting assistance to highly complex state agencies (e.g. mid-size to large agencies having governmental funds with basis conversion entries, proprietary funds and federal funds) with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) profiles, T-Code and Object code determination for transaction entry and error correction, and assists with running queries/reports to analyze the financial data. Resolves customer issues and makes sound decisions/recommendations based on research and relevant facts.

• Participates in the maintenance of the USAS including the maintenance of various USAS profiles, the annual USAS general ledger close, and agency profile clean-up.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptrollers office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

Please Note:

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptrollers office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

Applicants must ensure that all required supplemental questions are fully answered, complete job histories, and description of duties performed.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS TAM to register or login and access your profile.

Military Preference: To receive military preference, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the States Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.

The Comptrollers Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide.