Accountant III - AR Detail Entry

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks an Accountant III – AR Detail Entry to perform moderately complex accounting work under supervision on a fixed in-office schedule in Central Austin.

You will review payments, post to ARTS, and support the Voucher team to ensure 72-hour deposits, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and GAAP adherence.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, finance, cash handling, or related fields. State or Government accounting preferred.
• Experience using a point-of-sale system, automated accounting system, or customer database system.
• Experienced user of MS office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State job application.
• Graduated from High School or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify checks received from initial entry; ensure correct sorting, categorization, and ARTS entry.
• Research queries to identify payments and allocations in ARTS and CAPPS.
• Reallocate funds from suspense accounts as needed.
• Verify accuracy of work in Detail area per GAAP and HHSC AR standards.
• Provide in-depth research for difficult funds allocations and misallocations.
• Contact stakeholders by email/phone to verify allocation information.
• Back up the AR Mailroom and Detail Processing Team and assist in special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

MS Office

Numerical accuracy

Communication

Deadline oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ARTS

CAPPS

USAS

Job description

Date: Aug 27, 2026

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Accountant III - Accounts Receivable (AR) Detail Entry

Functional Title: Accountant III - AR Detail Entry Job Title: Accountant III Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: HHSC Accounting Posting Number: 20652 Closing Date: 09/10/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $4,500.00 - $4,800.00 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18 Shift: Day Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST Other Locations: YN

Brief Job Description

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) accounting work. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees may:

• Review and process incoming payments by posting them to the correct accounts within the established daily deadline
• Make outbound phone calls and/or emails to obtain payment coding information
• Receive inbound phone calls and/or emails regarding payment inquiries
• Prepare payments for deposit
• Maintain accurate audit documents
• Prepare paperwork for suspense account fund moves
• Prepare paperwork for program area fund move requests
• Backup the Recon Processing Team tasks as needed.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

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

• Review and verify checks that are received from initial entry are correctly sorted, categorized, and verified. Enter check information into the Accounts Receivable Tracking System (ARTS) ensuring checks are allocated correctly, prepared for deposit, and forwarded to the Voucher team for deposit within the 72 hours mandated. (50%)
• Research queries from stakeholders to identify if a payment has been received and correctly allocated in the ARTS subsidiary ledger and CAPPS. Ensure payments that have been incorrectly allocated are corrected in ARTS and sent to the Voucher Team to be correctly entered into USAS. (15%)
• Review funds that have been applied to the suspense account and verify that background information has been requested but has not yet arrived and that all research has been completed. Re-allocate funds whose allocation has been identified from the suspense account to the correct account. (15%)
• Review and verify that work completed in the Detail area is completed accurately with no unresolved errors and according to GAAP guidelines and HHSC Accounts Receivable standards. (5%)
• Provide in-depth research and investigation into funds that are difficult to allocate using all available resources. Perform background research for collection corrections on funds that have been previously misallocated. (5%)
• Contact stakeholders by email and/or phone to verify correct allocation information. (5%)
• Backup the HHSC AR Mailroom, Detail Processing Team, and assists in the completion of special projects as and when assigned. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records in an automated accounting system.
• Skill in the use of personal computers, auxiliary equipment, and various software applications.
• Skill in problem identification and resolution.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to transactions; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work within established deadlines and ability to prepare accurate reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, providers, agency staff, and others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria (ISCs)

• Experience in accounting, finance, cash handling, or related fields. State or Government accounting preferred.
• Experience using a point-of-sale system, automated accounting system, or customer database system.
• Experienced user of MS office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the State job application.
• Graduated from High School or equivalent.

Additional Information

This is an in-office job in Central Austin Monday – Friday.

Not eligible to telework.

Shift requirements are in office five days a week Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM with the flexibility to come in early or work late if needed to meet established deadlines.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market: Austin