Accounting Technician II

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) as an Accounting Technician II at the Abilene State Supported Living Center. You will handle deposits, trust fund transactions, payroll questions, and vendor payments, contributing to accurate financial operations.

The role emphasizes compliance with GAAP, routine audits, and collaboration with RBMO and other teams. HHSC offers a strong benefits package and opportunities for career growth within a mission-driven state agency.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and automated accounting systems.
• Ability to apply accounting theory to transactions and internal control procedures.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and reconciliation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; familiarity with CAPPs Financials/PeopleSoft preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Processing deposits (call in and entry to CAPPS financials) from the daily receipts and bank deposits for all cash and checks received by the facility.
• Codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records in the Client Trust Fund system.
• Review and determine available funds in the CTF system and adjust cash accordingly.
• Posting of receipts and disbursements into the CTF system; prepare deceased client’s documentation for guardians, family, and legal reps.
• Maintenance of client records to reflect client moves, discharges, and transfers; disbursement of discharged client account balances.
• Serves as the Procurement Card Coordinator; reconciles statements and assigns budget coding.
• Provides various accounting audits and reconciles discrepancies.
• Travel coordinator for the facility and related duties; scans and sends travel details for processing.
• Assists RBMO Accountant I on payroll processes and questions for facility employees.
• Preps payments, cash, journals, and related vouchers for submission to State office accounting.
• Assists with invoice approvals and tracking payments; supports disaster readiness activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounts payable

Internal controls

Financial auditing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

CAPPs Financials/PeopleSoft

Job description

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: Accounting Technician II Job Title: Accounting Technician II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Accounting\Financial Services Posting Number: 20959Closing Date: 09/17/2026Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $2,953.25- $4,365.66Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13 Shift: Day 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: Abilene State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: ABILENE

Job Location Address: 2501 MAPLE ST

Other Locations: Abilene

MOS Codes: 3432,3451,36B,6F0X1,741X,751X,890A,89A,90A,920A,92A,LS,LSS,PS,SK,YN

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 If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

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

• Responsible for processing deposits (call in and entry to CAPPS financials) from the daily receipts and bank deposits for all cash and checks received by the facility. (15%)
• Codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records in the Client Trust Fund system. Review and determine available funds in the CTF system and adjust cash accordingly. Review trust fund (client and benefit funds) for appropriateness of items to be purchased and the availability of funds in the individuals trust fund accounts. Posting of receipts and disbursements into the CTF system. Prepare deceased client’s documentation for correspondence with guardians, family, and legal reps for final disbursement of funds. Maintenance of client records to reflect client moves, discharges, and transfers. Disbursement of discharged client account balances. (20%)
• Serves as the Procurement Card Coordinator who is the liaison between the agency PCS Procurement Card Administrator, Accountant V RBMO, hospital cardholders, and managers. Reconciles account statements from the procurement card statement to purchases made within the billing cycle per the departmental procurement logs. Provides procard usage reports as requested by the agency Procurement Card Administrator. Assigns budget coding to purchases and provides entry to RBMO to enter into CAPPs Financials. (15%)
• Provides various accounting audits as required by policy and procedure. Audits include daily audit of cashier’s receipts to daily bank deposit to verify amounts and correct bank account detail, monthly count and balance of petty cash and petty cash from the canteen (if available on campus), quarterly audits of unused checks for trust fund, benefit fund and revolving fund, unclaimed employee payroll warrants and unused cashier receipts. Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements and CTF system. (15%)
• Travel coordinator for the facility, which includes all tasks associated with employee travel. This includes airline reservations, hotel reservations, rent a car arrangement, travel card processing, and reconciling travel forms. Scan and send travel details to State office accounting for processing in CAPPs financials. (10%)
• Assists RBMO Accountant I on employee payroll processes and questions for the facility employees and contractors. (5%)
• Preps payment, cash, journals, and related vouchers for submission to State office accounting. These documents will be either scanned or mailed to SOA (Regional office task only). Prep and scan all deposit, bank information and reports to submit to RBMO Accountant IV for reconciliation (both regional and non-regional tasks). (10%)
• Assists with getting invoices approved prior to entry and payment. Tracks invoices to ensure payments have been processed against them. Invoices are tracked in an Access database. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to administration, cashiers, and fiscal services. Provides training on tasks to new employees in the same role. Participate and/or serve in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligation for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.
• Ability to apply accounting theory to transactions and internal control procedures.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and reconciliation.
• Skill in using a personal computer. Microsoft applications to include proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook. Knowledge of CAPPs Financials/HHSAS Peoplesoft preferred.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; and to train other employees.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Initial Screening Criteria

• Experience functioning within a business process.
• Graduation from a standard or high school or equivalent.
• Experience with a computerized recordkeeping system 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.

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.