JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs highly complex (senior-level) managerial work overseeing and completing statewide financial reporting, appropriation management, and compliance activities for the agency. Work involves directing and managing critical finance functions including Annual Financial Report (AFR) preparation, Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) development, fiscal note analysis, appropriation control, and oversight of petty cash and treasury-related activities. Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Texas Comptroller requirements, Legislative Budget Board (LBB) guidance, and applicable state and federal laws. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Leads preparation and submission of the agency’s Annual Financial Report (AFR), including note disclosures, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation to support the AFR.
2. Leads development and coordination of the agency’s Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), including exceptional item request, performance measures, and strategic budget planning.
3. Reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and prepares fiscal notes.
4. Monitors appropriation balances and controls to ensure expenditures remain within authorized funding levels and legal authority.

5. May assist in coordinating appropriation strategy and funding utilization across agency divisions
6. Oversees petty cash accounts and related internal control procedures.
7. Develops and implements internal controls and financial reporting procedures.
8. Coordinates year-end close activities and statewide reporting deadlines.
9. Reviews and approves complex reconciliations, financial reports, and analyses.
10. Assists in providing executive leadership with strategic financial analysis and reporting.
11. Assists with oversight of compliance with state accounting policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
12. Supervises accounts payable staff.
13. Assists in coordinating responses to audits, financial reviews, and oversight agencies.
14. Develops executive-level budget and financial reporting tools and dashboards.
15. Reviews and approves budget adjustments, transfers, and appropriation documents.
16. Develops and maintains policies and procedures related to appropriation control and financial reporting.
17. Performs related work as assigned

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

18Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS (The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met):

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field;
• Minimum six years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, or finance management;
• Experience preparing or overseeing Annual Financial Reports (AFR), Legislative Appropriations Requests (LAR), fiscal notes, and appropriation control activities;

• Experience with Texas state government financial operations;
• Experience using CAPPS, USAS, ABEST, and related statewide financial systems;
• Experience supervising professional staff;
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s financial systems and critical infrastructure;
• Valid Texas driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
• May travel up to 10% of the work period.

PREFER:

• Master’s degree in accounting, Business, Public Administration, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field;

• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership or legislative stakeholders;
• Experience developing executive-level financial dashboards and reports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·Knowledge of state appropriations processes and legislative funding structures;

·Knowledge of AFR preparation, LAR development, and fiscal note analysis;

·Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, GAAP, GASB, and state reporting requirements;

·Knowledge of appropriation control methodologies and internal controls;

·Knowledge of petty cash administration and treasury-related functions;

·Skill in financial analysis, strategic budget planning, and executive reporting;

·Skill in using CAPPS, USAS, Excel, Power BI, and related financial systems;

·Ability to interpret and apply state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures;

·Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations;

·Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines;

·Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and stakeholders;

·Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop professional staff;

·Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:
Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking, standing, pulling and pushing, kneeling, stooping, and bending, performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination, and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: All CAPPS Recruit job postings extend priority of service to veterans, a surviving spouse, orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty, spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on active duty, or spouse of a veteran with a disability if the spouse is the primary income for the household.

To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD 214, NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD Form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended.

REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements):State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS websiteOnly applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection.Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application.

The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or protected activity in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors.

Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

As part of the employment process, THC will conduct a driving and criminal background check.Unsatisfactory information relevant to the position may disqualify the applicant from employment.

Disability access for testing and interview accommodations can be provided upon reasonable notice by contacting Human Resources at 512-305-6729.

THC participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

Veterans: Go to www.texasskillstowork.com for assistance translating your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

For New Hires/Rehires: Health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

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