Job/Position DescriptionPerforms highly complex (senior-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of reports; establishing, maintaining, and/or overseeing accounts payable procedures and controls. Oversees the training and work of a team of accountants responsible for the accounts payable functions of the Claims Processing Unit of the Accounting Section. Assists with the preparation of special financial projects. Serves as a liaison between programs, budget, vendors, and other agencies on matters relating to Accounts payable. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy.Essential Job FunctionsGroup Lead of accounts payable staff which includes training and overseeing accounts payable activities. The activities include assign, tracking and processing of grant and administrative invoices for payment. Monitors IT file for payment errors to ensure payments are processed timely. Monitors staff performance to ensure payments are timely. (50%)Performs advanced governmental accounting duties which includes supporting special projects and assists in financial audits and open records requests. Represents accounts payable in DSHS, HHSC, Comptroller and other agency accounting work groups. (30%)Liaison between DSHS Program, DSHS Budget and other agencies on matters relating to the accuracy and timely payment of vouchers. Interprets and applies federal, state, and department rules, policy and procedures as related to accounts payable. Ensures payment documentation is in accordance with all rules, regulations, and procedures required by State and Federal payment audits. (10%)Leads weekly staff meetings and performs other duties as assigned. (10%)Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsN/AKnowledge Skills AbilitiesKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.Run various reports in CAPPS.Knowledge of accounting, auditing, purchasing, and budget control procedures including accounts payable.Knowledge of state regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the payment of vouchers.Knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook.Skill in responding to customer inquiries and handling difficult customers in a tactful and diplomatic manner.Skill in leading teamsAbility to effectively lead a diverse group of individuals and maintain working relationships.Initial Screening CriteriaPreferred: Demonstrated experience in accounting and financial operations, with a focus on State of Texas financial systems.Required: At least one year experience auditing the work of others and reconciling and preparing financial reports.Additional InformationReq ID 613378 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.