TxDMV - Accounts Payable Accountant (00049450)
Organization: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: Camp Hubbard Bldg 1 4000 Jackson Ave Bldg 1 Austin 78731-6007
Job: Business and Financial Operations
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
State Job Code: 1016
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 18
Salary (Pay Basis): 3,793.41 - 4,350.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
Job Posting: Apr 17, 2025, 5:16:17 PM
Closing Date: May 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Our mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) accounting work in the Accounting Operations section of the Finance & Operations Division relating to the auditing, processing, and handling of purchase vouchers. Serves as a backup for processing travel voucher reimbursements and procurement card payments. Work involves various fiscal functions including vouchering, reconciling, and updating the financial systems. May train others. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Accounting, Business, Management, Finance or related field.

• Additional work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years’ experience performing accounting, bookkeeping, payment processing, auditing or general office administration functions.

MILITARY

If selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military employment preference:

• Veterans must provide form DD214
• Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD1300 or DD214.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor’s Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.

Audits accounting and financial documents related to the procurement and payment of goods and services for accuracy and compliance with agency policies and procedures and with state and federal statutes and regulations.
Audits travel documents and invoices related to employee travel for accuracy and compliance with agency policies and procedures and with state and federal statutes and regulations.
Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial and accounting documents and records using the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).
Reviews invoices and ensures compliance with payment scheduling and prompt payment laws.
Ensures proper documentation is received for payments.
Reconciles accounts and vendor statements.
Performs reconciliations, researches discrepancies, and reports findings.
Reviews complex contracts for terms and conditions.
Assists in making recommendations for improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting systems and accompanying procedures.
Responds to internal and external customers regarding vendor account inquiries or payment issues.
May train others.
May travel to attend and represent the Department at meetings, seminars, and conferences.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications