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Position Title: Director II (Director of General Ledger Accounting) Class/Group: 1621/B27 Military Occupation Specialty Code: Navy 641X; Coasts Guard SEI15 Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt Number of Vacancies: 1 Division/Section: Chief Financial Office/Accounting Salary Range: $10,170.56 - $10,841.17 / monthly Duration: Regular Hours Worked Weekly: 40 Work Schedule: This position may be eligible for flexible work hours and/or a hybrid work schedule if certain program guidelines are met; working arrangements may change at any time at the sole discretion of the agency. Travel: Limited Work Location: 300 W. 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701 Web site: https://dir.texas.gov/ Refer Inquiries to: People and Culture Office Telephone: (512) 475-4721 or (512) 463-5920 How To Apply: Select Apply Online to apply for the job athttps://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en You must create a CAPPS Career Section candidate profile or be logged in to apply. Update your profile and apply for the job by navigating through the pages and steps. Once ready, select Submit on the Review and Submit page. If you have problems accessing the CAPPS Career Section, please follow the instructions in the Resetting CAPPS Password for Job Candidate desk aid. Special Instructions: Applicants must provide in-depth information in theEXPERIENCE CREDENTIALSsection to demonstrate howthey meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in theEXPERIENCE CREDENTIALSsection of the application. Interview Place/Time: Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee. Selective Service Registration: Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment. H-1B Visa Sponsorship: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Equal Opportunity Employer The Department of Information Resources does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. Please call 512-475-4922 to request reasonable accommodation. What We Do We 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 250 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 technology serves Texans. Position Summary Performs advanced (senior level) managerial work providing direction and guidance to the GL Accounting Department. Develops policies and procedures; reviews state accounting guidelines, processes, rules, and regulations; establishes department priorities and goals. Plans, assigns, evaluates, and supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision of the Sr. Director of Budget, Payroll, and GL Accounting with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent ju gment. Directs the GL accounting department including the Manager of GL accounting, ensuring compliance with agency policies and administrative requirements Serves as a resource on accounting and fiscal matters; advises the accounting staff on the proper methods for recording financial transactions; keeps the Sr. Director of Budget, Payroll, and GL Accounting apprised of all accounting activities. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of the GL Manager and leads the vision, direction, and daily operations of the Accounting Department staff; includes conducting timely performance evaluations. Develops procedures, policies and prepares special financial reports as necessary for DIR, the Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) and other interested parties. Prepares the agency's Annual Financial Report in collaboration with the Sr. Director of Budget, Payroll, and GL Accounting according to CPA guidelines including the non-financial annual report. Oversees the preparation, entry and maintenance of revenue and expenditure records; provide accurate financial information to DIR employees, state and federal officials and other interested parties Collaborates with the Budget Office on Development of and submission of the Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), Biennial Operating Plan (BOP) and Internal Operating Budget (IOB); Development of and submission of external reporting to the SAO and LBB, such as Texas.gov financials, USAS-ABEST reconciliation, contract workforce summary, and full-time equivalents (FTEs); Maintenance and preparation of ongoing financial reporting for internal stakeholders, including monthly financials and Board financials; Forecasting revenues and expenditures, based on accounting data from USAS and CAPPS Oversees the cash processing and general ledger activities ensuring entries and adjustments are made to proper accounts. Reviews and approves all journal vouchers and reconciliations prepared by the general ledger accountant. Performs online Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) entries. Review USAS Error Reports; makes required corrections on USAS and notifies the Sr. Director of Budget, Payroll, and GL Accounting of transaction exceptions that require special attention Ensures that all appropriations, purchase, travel and interagency transaction vouchers, and cost allocations are processed timely and accurately, according to agency policies, CPA guidelines, General Appropriations Act and federal regulations; remains abreast of the latest developments in state governmental accounting, CPA policies and Appropriation Act requirements Establishes appropriate internal controls and ensures that they are monitored and implemented in compliance with accounting guidelines and processes; includes maintaining the overall quality controls of the accounting system and ensures the integrity of system processing and accounting files Collaborates with DIRs People and Culture Office and Budget Finance Office to administer payroll set-up, budget set-up, and appropriate maintenance in both USAS and CAPPS; Collaborates with agency level 1 support in state system security coordination Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in business, accounting, financial planning and analysis, or fina