SORM | Accountant | 26-0656

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=102136andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe State Office of Risk Management is a looking for a journey-level accountant. As an Accountant III, you will join a collaborative team that handles accounts payable and receivable transactions for our workers compensation fund. Your work will involve handling negotiable items, deposits, cancelations, dissemination of information, maintaining files, processing warrants and direct deposit payments for distribution to parties of a workers compensation claim, and other administrative support duties. You will work in programs like Microsoft Word and Excel, Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Tax Identification Number System (TINS), CAPPS Financials, Risk Management Information System (RMIS) and other accounting programs. This person will perform complex technical accounting and fiscal functions. Our department is full of self-motivated and curious accounting government professionals, and we are hoping to add a like-minded individual to our team.SORMs core missions are customer service oriented. We administer the workers' compensation program, insurance and risk management programs, and continuity of operations program for other state entities. SORMs unique culture embraces communication, creativity, and critical thinking. We are seeking results-oriented, curious, innovative, and adaptable staff with a strong desire to help our clients, and one another succeed. If youre looking for a fulfilling career in public service, we would love to visit with you.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSPerforms related work as assignedMaintains knowledge of medical cost containment billing, deposits, cancellations and payment distribution for the claim and administrative funds.Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to applicable security and safety rules, regulations and standardsEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationAttends work regularly incompliance with agreed-upon work schedule.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; may substitute experience in accounting and finance or a closely related field for education on a year- for- year basisExperience in accounting and financial operationsUniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) ExperienceKnowledge of accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.Knowledge of budget controls, and of purchasing methods and proceduresSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to interpret and apply accounting theory, to plan and coordinate financial programs, to plan procedures and coordinate accounting operations, to interpret laws and regulations, to communicate effectively, and to train others Skill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval.Skill in using Microsoft Word and ExcelAbility to work 8 a.m. 5 p.m., Monday through FridayAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to provide excellent customer service PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a concentration in accounting, finance or a related field.Texas State ExperienceKnowledge of Texas state procurement and travel policies and proceduresTax Identification Number System (TINS) Experience TO APPLY All applications for employment with the State Office of Risk Management must be submitted electronically through www.WorkInTexas.com. A State of Texas application in WorkInTexas (WIT) must e completed to be considered OR Submit a State of Texas Application for Employment to: Attn: Elaina Middleton, State Office of Risk Management, P.O. Box 13777, Austin, TX 78711-3777. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdfTHE SORM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER