Accountant IV

Texas Health and Human Services; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking an Accountant IV to support the Brenham State Supported Living Center. You will perform highly complex accounts payable tasks, reconcile accounts, and prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager, you will collaborate with vendors, staff, and other agencies, perform audits and reconciliations, and assist with year-end processes while following HHS

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and financial operations.
• Experience in auditing and/or reconciliation is preferred.
• Ability to review data and communicate with stakeholders clearly.
• Familiarity with procurement policies and compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and performs duties as assigned.
• Performs audits of petty cash, trust funds, and other accounts; assists with reconciliations.
• Prepares monthly reconciliations and postings to the general ledger.
• Coordinates purchase order encumbrances and assists with payments.
• Performs backup voucher approvals and supports staff workloads.
• Participates in special projects and supports regional accounting operations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting software

Auditing

Communication

MS Office

Tools

CAPPs

HHSAS

USAS

MIMS

Job description

Date: Sep 8, 2026

Location:

BRENHAM, 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.

Functional Title: Accountant IV
Job Title: Accountant IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Accounting\Financial Services
Posting Number: 21037
Closing Date: 09/22/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $4,263.16 - $6,779.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20
Shift: Day
Additional Shift
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location: Brenham State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: BRENHAM
Job Location Address: 4001 S HWY 36
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 3451,310X,651X,751X,3402,3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,90A,36B,89A,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10,LS,LSS,PS,SK
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Brief Job Description

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers.

The Accountant IV reports directly to the Regional Accounting Manager at the Regional Accounting Office and performs financial support services. The Accountant IV routinely performs highly complex (journey-level) accounts payable tasks and serves as a functional specialist for the Regional Accounting Office. Work involves bank reconciliation, audits of petty cash and trust fund accounts, reconcile cash and deposits, review purchase orders and requisition chartfield approvals, as well as backup to voucher approvals and staff workloads.

The Accountant IV works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Uses knowledge of Health and Human Services (HHS) Procurement policy to make decisions on proper procurement methods and coding. Serves as a contact with State Office Accounting, Budget, Purchasing, Asset Management, vendors, individuals, providers and other state agencies. Assists external and internal customers with understanding Accounts Receivable and reconciliation rules and regulations. Work involves researching, resolving discrepancies, and analyzing Accounts Receivable transactions. Documents the needs of our customers and may assist with additional tasks to meet those needs.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs various accounting audits as required by policy and procedure. Such audits include weekly auditing of the daily cash audit of cashiers receipts to daily bank deposits to verify amounts and correct bank accounts (Non-regional office will provide copies); monthly count and balance of petty cash of the canteen, workshops, post office, and cashier, annual petty cash certification of cash in bank and cash on hand; quarterly audits of unused checks for the Trust Fund, Benefit Fund, and Revolving Fund, unclaimed employee payroll warrants and unused cashier receipts. Coordinates and implements internal audit and procedures as needed for the pharmacy, canteen, workshop and warehouse inventories. (20%)
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for Trust and Benefit Fund, Petty Cash Fund, pharmacy drug inventory, and food and warehouse stock for all the facilities that report up to the Regional Accounting Office as well as the Regional Accounting Office. This includes posting to the general ledger and reconciling sub-ledgers to general ledgers. (20%)
• Performs quarterly review of open Purchase Order encumbrances. Close or adjust purchase orders as needed to process future payments or to release unused funds back to the budget, as well as tracking the requests to confirm completion by PCS purchasers. Assists accounting staff with any issues/questions and provides guidance. Assists with gathering information from PCS purchasers, warehouse, vendors, and end users/requestors to carry out business. (15%)
• Completes the annual Medicare Cost Report; quarterly physician 2 week time studies; end of year reports for Medicare Bad Debt logs, Utilization report, Ancillary costs, Medicare Part A logs, laundry usage and costs, bed day capacity, and cost of patient meals; and insures the completed reports are submitted by the required deadline to prevent late fees being applied to the facility (For the State Hospital facility that reports to the Regional Accounting Office). (10%)
• Reviews source data received from various departments for accuracy and prepares data to create financial reports for approval by Accountant V or Manager. These reports include cash receipts, cash disbursements, open encumbrances, Medicare recoupments, bank reconciliation, inventory audits, and Trust and Petty cash audits. Maintains electronic and paper files, databases and spreadsheets to be easily accessible by all business office and accounting staff to promptly respond to inquiries as needed for management requests and financial reporting. (5%)
• Performs Requisition Chartfield review and approvals. This includes classifying, coding and verifying the correct Account, program, fund, class and project grant are used on the requisition. Ability to use accounting tools, such as the Comptroller Public Accounts website to verify correct coding. Verification of source documents to ensure the validity of the request for the goods and services. (20%)
• Performs backup tasks, such as, purchase voucher approvals and staff workload assignments in the absence of the Accountant V – lead or as needed during peak processing times. (5%)
• Participates on special projects as required or requested and performs other duties as assigned. These tasks may require coordination with staff within the agency, other state and federal agencies, or outside entities. Completes projects successfully within the parameters established and performs other duties as assigned and as required to maintain effective and efficient departmental, division, agency and enterprise operations within established timeframes. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting maintenance of accounting records.
• Skill in the use of automated accounting systems, such as CAPPs, HHSAS, USAS or MIMS.
• Ability to review and audit the work of others to interpret and apply accounting theory, business processes and Comptroller policies and to analyze, consolidate and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to efficiently process accounting information to ensure data integrity for positive audits and accurate reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate, oral and written, with internal and external customers. Ability to maintain effective relationships with financial and administrative personnel at all the facilities and departments, as well as other state agencies and vendors.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

May be required to possess certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).

Initial Screening Criteria

• Experience in accounting and financial operations. Experience in auditing and/or reconciliation is preferred.
• Experience with a computerized accounting or bookkeeping system.
• Experience with local, state, or federal financial operations of a public entity is preferred.
• Some coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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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.