RRC - Compliance Analyst III

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=106164andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationThe Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/. To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per yearTelework options for eligible positions Flexible work schedulesRetirement pension with a 150% agency match - you can watch this YouTube video that describes this amazing benefit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJI6M7g73-w 401(k), 457(b) and RothHealth premiums 100% paid for full-time employeesTuition ReimbursementWellness and Exercise LeaveCareer development programs/opportunities for advancement For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our website at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/jobs/. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance. Job DescriptionThe Utility Audit Section of the Gas Services Department within the Oversight and Safety Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas audits all intrastate gas utilities for statutory and regulatory compliance. The Utilities audited are generally in the Houston, Ft. Worth, and Austin areas, although some are in other areas of Texas, Oklahoma, or other states. The Utility Audit Section seeks one Compliance Analyst III to perform senior-level professional accounting and auditing work. The following link, http://www.rrc.texas.gov/gas-services/, will provide more information about the Gas Services Department.Performs compliance analysis work involving examining, evaluating, and monitoring records, programs, policies, documents, and/or contracts to ensure conformity with laws, rules, and regulations; and conducting inspection and analysis activities. Additional compliance activities include reconciling gas utility taxes, reviewing T-4 permitting, answering questions related to gas utilities, and helping maintain the audit templates/setup audit programs. Performs audit work involving activities to ensure legal compliance with tax laws, auditing standards, and agency policies and procedures; and reviews audits for program efficiency and effectiveness. May also perform close-out or specialized audits as training and time allow, as determined by the Utility Audit Manager. Compliance Analyst III activities are performed under the general supervision of the Utility Audit Manager. Essential Job DutiesPerforms routine compliance reviews that are primarily small or medium in scale to determine compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. Compiles, reviews, and analyzes data to verify documentation. Conducts internal inspection of compliance issues. Identifies issues regarding compliance with regulations or standards that require follow-up. Document follow-up and resolution of the issue via memo.Verifies compliance with specific requirements by conducting desk and/or onsite reviews. Research and Review T-4 Permits for gas activities.Research regulations and agency policies to become a subject matter expert on gas utility issues.Maintains, updates, and assesses data in an internal tracking system - new/closed gas utilities, gas utility taxes, annual reports, 549D forms, non-utility certifications, T-4 permits, etc.Review and track audit comp iance for all audits, including violations/corrective action plans.Researches and analyzes Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Uniform System of Accounts, generally accepted government auditing standards, other financial standards, subject areas, control structures, and business practices to aid in making determinations and recommendations. Coordinates audit work to ensure timely completion of assigned audits.Performs audit work involving review of accounting records for reliability, accuracy, and compliance with legal regulations. Performs statistical sampling of data. Composes clear and concise audit reports.Completes all work papers to ensure adequate documentation and completeness of work performed, conclusions, and findings in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Conducts post-audit assessments for compliance with corrective action plans submitted by gas utility.Research/write an audit memo to document complex accounting/audit issues. Performs related work as assigned.Composes clear and concise memos related to document research and gas utility issues.Maintain/update/create audit templates and audit procedures. For Military Crosswalk information, please visit: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_ComplianceInspectionandInvestigation.pdf Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited senior college or university.5 years of experience in the accounting or auditing-related field.Proficiency in the use of computer systems utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Travel of up to 20% may require availability outside these normal work hours. Must meet the Commission's Traffic Safety Standards, with a good driving record.Must be willing and able to use a reliable personal vehicle to travel to and from work assignments. (Qualified mileage reimbursed in accordance with the State of Texas rate.)Preferred QualificationsMajor courses in a