Accounts Examiner- Bankruptcy Specialist; Austin

Accounts Examiner
- Bankruptcy Specialist (Austin)

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- Bankruptcy Specialist (Austin) role at State of Texas
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Competitive starting salary: $3,760.00 - $5,177.00 per month.

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin, right next to the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We are a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work‑life balance, competitive salaries, extensive training and development opportunities, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E 15th St, Austin, Texas.

We do not consider applications from individuals requiring employment‑visa sponsorship, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident or be willing to relocate to Texas.

A detail‑oriented professional comfortable applying state and federal payroll tax regulations and statutes, and discussing complex issues with court and finance professionals. Ready to excel in a team environment, collaborating with accounting and auditing staff who specialize in working with courts, attorneys, accountants, and other professionals dealing with bankruptcy issues.

Perform entry‑level to highly complex accounts examination work (Accounts Examiner II‑IV). Responsibilities include examining and auditing operating reports and financial accounting records; collecting fees, taxes, or penalties; investigating and reconciling financial records; filing federal bankruptcy claims for parties owing taxes, fees, or penalties to TWC. Work under close supervision with minimal to considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

• Direct agency actions to ensure compliance with the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and other insolvency proceedings, including examining and auditing tax reports, financial records, and bankruptcy court filings, and coordinating collection of fees, taxes, or penalties.
• Ensure that TWC does not violate the Automatic Stay provision of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and protect the agency’s interests.
• Research the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and provide guidance on tax law regulations and other state statutes to field tax auditors, collections personnel, and other agency personnel concerning bankruptcy, receiverships, assignments for the benefit of creditors, and probate.
• Prepare and review Proofs of Claim for submission to U.S. Bankruptcy Court, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all federal and state laws governing the protection of sensitive personal information.
• Examine Unemployment Insurance tax records of employers to secure collection of past‑due taxes under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act and Texas Labor Code.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Accounts Examiner II:
  Two years of full‑time experience in maintaining accounting records or performing auditing work.
• Accounts Examiner III:
  Three years of full‑time experience in maintaining accounting records or performing auditing work.
• Accounts Examiner IV:
  Four years of full‑time experience in maintaining accounting records or performing auditing work.
• All levels:
  Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications.

• 1 to 2 years of bankruptcy experience preferred.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in debt collection.
• 1 to 2 years of experience with Texas Workforce Tax system a plus.
• 3 years of experience with Microsoft (MS) Windows based programs, including MS Outlook, MS Word, and spreadsheet applications, and familiarity with Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of payroll tax liabilities and related issues.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a workload with multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills.

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive starting salary: $3,760.00 - $5,177.00 per month.
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan.
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts.
• Medical Insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and family care leave.
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To be considered, complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at  or on Taleo (Job Search).

We do not consider applications from individuals requiring employment‑visa sponsorship, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

All persons hired will verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.