Accountant II

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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match — often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance — at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

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Accountant II

Job Title: Accountant II

Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: Accounting

Posting Number: 11915

Closing Date: 06/09/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-16

Salary Range: $3,409.83-$5,094.16

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Job Location City: Austin

Job Location Address: 4900 N Lamar Blvd

MOS Codes: X,651X,751X,,A,70C,90A,36B,89A,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN
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The Accountant II performs routine accounts payable tasks. This position prepares, audits, and reconciles invoices, purchase orders/contracts and receiving documentation through the agency CAPPS. The position is responsible for verifying that all necessary and required supporting documentation is available for all purchase of goods/services and client service payment vouchers. The position interacts routinely with purchasers, program staff, budget analysts, business managers, vendors and representatives from the Comptroller of Public Accounts and other state agencies.

This position is also responsible for interpreting and implementing state and federal rules and regulations. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Develops, evaluates, and presents creative solutions to unit business and accounting needs and problems. Uses knowledge of Procurement policy and Comptroller rules to make decisions on proper payment methods.

• This position prepares, audits, and reconciles invoices, purchase orders/contracts and receiving documentation through the agency’s CAPPS Financials, USAS, and an Invoice Tracking System. The position is responsible for verifying that all necessary and required supporting documentation is included for all purchase of goods/services and client service payment vouchers. 50%
• The position interacts routinely with purchasers, program staff, budget analysts, business managers, vendors and representatives from the Comptroller of Public Accounts and other agencies. 30%
• Identifies and processes voucher corrections in CAPPS Financials and USAS and processes check cancellations, reissues, and direct deposit returns. The position evaluates the effectiveness of procedures and recommends streamlining alternatives. 10%
• Enters invoices into the Invoice Tracking System. 10%

Other duties as assigned. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting maintenance of accounting records and of automated accounting systems.

Skill in establishing and…