DIR - Accountant IV (Accounts Payable Accountant)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107531andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionJob Posting:107531Opened:10/23/2026Closes:11/06/2026Position Title:Accountant IV (Accounts Payable Accountant)Class/Group:1018/B20Military Occupation Specialty Code:Army-36A, 36B; Coast Guard-FIN10; Marine Corps-3451, 3404, 8844; Air Force-65FX Fair Labor Standards Act Status:Non-ExemptNumber of Vacancies:1Division/Section: Chief Financial Office /Accounts Payable/TravelSalary Range:$4,800.00 - $5,609.00/monthDuration:RegularHours Worked Weekly:40Travel:NoneWork Location:300 W. 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701Web site:https://dir.texas.gov/Refer Inquiries to:People and Culture OfficeContact Information:[email protected] DescriptionWhat We DoWe are a technology agency powered by people.DIR offers secure, modern, and cost-effective technology to help government entities in Texas serve their constituents. DIR is a fast-paced and collaborative environment with highly motivated, innovative, and engaged employees dedicated to achieving the best value for the state. We have over 260 professionals working at DIR who are honored to serve as the cornerstone of public sector technology in Texas. By joining DIR, you will be an integral part of transforming how Texas government serves Texans. Position SummaryThis role performs complex (journey-level) accounting work in the Accounts Payable department. Participates in payment processing for the agency to ensure timely vendor payments for goods and services in accordance with the Texas Prompt Pay Act. Position specializes in one or more phases of processes, up to and including completion of submittance of vouchers for payment. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Serves as an Accounts Payable Accountant; provides guidance and training, as necessary. Helps facilitate improvements and updates to accounting processes, procedures, policies, and automated systems.Participates in the processing of accounts payable, travel, and credit memos in automated systems; ensures all vouchers are processed timely and accurately according to agency policies, Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) guidelines, General Appropriations Act, and federal regulations.Verifies and works with vendors and agency staff regarding open and paid invoices, accuracy of invoices, dispute resolution, and matches invoices to purchase orders; Researches and responds to requests for accounts payable information from internal and external customers.Reconciles input documents to output and provides information on accounts payable.Performs allocations of agency internal expenditures, as necessary, in a timely and accurate manner.Prepares accounting transactions for entry into the internal accounting system and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS); prints, distributes, and files USAS reports.Researches and responds to requests for accounts payable information from internal and external customers.Performs other duties as assigned. EducationGraduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business finance, or related field.Additional work-related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis (High school diploma required).Experience and Training RequiredMinimum of two (2) years of accounts payable or accounting experience, analyzing detailed information.Experience and Training PreferredExperience working in an accounting environment in a State of Texas agency.Experience processing accounts payable with a State of Texas agency.Experience with Texas state agency operations, policies, and procedures.Experience using the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPAs): Uniform Statewide ccounting System (USAS), Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) or PeopleSoft, and the State of Texas Payment Services/Texas Identification Number System (TINS).Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and proceduresKnowledge of governmental accounting, budget control methods, policies, and procedures; and of laws and regulations pertaining to financial operationsKnowledge of and experience with State of Texas payment processing procedures.Knowledge of automated financial systemsSkill in application of accounting theory and techniquesAbility to establish and carry out priorities on an individual and departmental basis.Ability to plan procedures and coordinate accounting operations and to provide guidance to others.Ability to evaluate, interpret, develop, and prepare pertinent accounting data and reports in a clearand concise manner.Ability to work accurately and effectively with numeric detail in a high-volume setting.Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions.Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment.Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks.Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines.Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws.Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards.Ability to maintain the security and integrity of any critical infrastructure researched, worked on, or accessed for work purposes. Additional InformationSelective Service Registration:Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires mal