Accounts Examiner (Beaumont)

aa270; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Workplace

Medical Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Texas Workforce Commission seeks an Accounts Examiner I in Beaumont, TX, to perform entry-level accounts examination and auditing and ensure legal compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Responsibilities include reviewing employer records, preparing audit reports, and assisting in tax account management.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to handle multiple priorities, and strong customer service while working under close supervision in a government setting.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in maintaining accounting records or performing auditing.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit employer accounting records for compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; including payroll, general ledgers, profit and loss statements and federal reports.
• Prepare audit reports of findings, outline discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Establish employment tax liability, open and close employer tax accounts and ensure employers are complying with TUCA.
• Collect delinquent reports and taxes by contacting employers and audits forms from employers for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Prepare employer quarterly reports or adjust as necessary and assist employers in preparation of tax forms.
• Perform a variety of skip tracing techniques and investigations.
• Recommend collection action to the State Office when appropriate.
• Communicate with employers, legislators, and state or federal agencies to provide information regarding TUCA and other state and federal laws.
• Perform frequent telephone contact to obtain information necessary to resolve account problems, answer questions and provide quality customer service.
• Organize a heavy workload to resolve concurrent assignments and meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Investigations

Auditing

Payroll records

Collections

Accounting knowledge

Education

Accounting or auditing background

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

WHO WE ARE

The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 2615 Calder St., Beaumont, TX in the Beaumont Tax Department.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE

The ideal candidate will have good organizational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Accounts Examiner I performs entry-level accounts examination and auditing work. Work involves examining and auditing operating reports and financial accounting records to ensure legal compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; and collecting taxes, fees, or penalties. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO

• Review and audit employer accounting records for compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; including payroll, general ledgers, profit and loss statements and federal reports.
• Prepare audit reports of findings, outline discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Establish employment tax liability, open and close employer tax accounts and ensure employers are complying with TUCA.
• Collect delinquent reports and taxes by contacting employers and audits forms from employers for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Prepare employer quarterly reports or adjust as necessary and assist employers in preparation of tax forms.
• Perform a variety of skip tracing techniques and investigations.
• Recommend collection action to the State Office when appropriate.
• Communicate with employers, legislators, and state or federal agencies to provide information regarding TUCA and other state and federal laws.
• Perform frequent telephone contact to obtain information necessary to resolve account problems, answer questions and provide quality customer service.
• Organize a heavy workload to resolve concurrent assignments and meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH

• One year of full-time experience in maintaining accounting records or performing auditing work.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH

• Experience or education in accounting or auditing.
• Experience in investigations.
• Experience in collections.
• Experience with payroll records.
• Experience with financial records and statements.
• Experience in providing information regarding the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act or other State and Federal laws and policies.
• Personal computer programs experience, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Public speaking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

YOU GAIN

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $3,446.00/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.