Top 52 Government accountant Jobs in Texas

Accountant/Payroll
Waco Housing Authority & Affiliates —Waco, TX
- From $24.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Accountant
City of Grand Prairie —Grand Prairie, TX
- $55,684 - $86,606 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Finance
5d
Auditor
Contact Government Services, LLC —Austin, TX
- $50,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Cash Management Accountant V
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $6,000 - $6,500 a month
- Online Application
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Research
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
10d
Accountant IV
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $4,263.16 - $6,779.25 a month
- Online Application
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Quick Apply
Accountant V
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $6,000 a month
- Online Application
- Research
- Office
- GAAP
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
9d
Associate Auditor
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $4,523.16 - $5,500.00 a month
- Multiple hires
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
Accountant I
City of Brownsville, TX —Brownsville, TX
- $47,233.81 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Treasury Management-Treasury Accountant
City of McAllen —McAllen, TX
- From $65,985.46 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Banking
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Auditor (1 & 2)
City of San Antonio —San Antonio, TX
- $52,732.94 - $96,145.66 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
2d
Finance - Accountant I - Grants
City of Temple —Temple, TX
- $70,179.20 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
1d
SFE- SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Coppell, City of (TX) —Coppell, TX
- $82,675.70 - $119,871.77 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- CPA
- ERP systems
6d
Audit Project Manager
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $7,015.16 - $11,864.50 a month
- Online Application
- CPA
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
Senior Revenue Financial Analyst, Amazon Leo for Government
Amazon.com Services LLC —Austin, TX
- $60,200 - $117,100 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Research
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Sr. Accountant
City of Garland —Garland, TX
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Research
Accountant (Finance)
The City of San Angelo —San Angelo, TX
- From $59,089 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Data analysis skills
- Research
14d
General Accountant
City of Bryan —Bryan, TX
- $55,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Senior Accountant 13-26
Housing Authority of The City of Austin —Austin, TX
- From $69,014 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
- Travel reimbursement
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Project and Grant Accountant
City of Friendswood —Friendswood, TX
- $30.19 - $37.67 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
Quick Apply
14d
Internal Auditor
City of Conroe —Conroe, TX
- From $96,161 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for government accountant in texas

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Accountant/Payroll

Waco Housing Authority & Affiliates
Waco, TX

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
From $24.50 an hour

Benefits

457(b)
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Referral program
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Accounting systems
Microsoft Excel
Bachelor's degree in finance
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations
English
Finance
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Financial records management
GAAP
Accounting
Bachelor's degree in accounting
Accounting
Payroll processing

Full Job Description

TITLE: Accountant/Payroll EXEMPT SUPERVISOR: Vice President of Financial Services Job Summary The accountant is responsible for maintaining the Housing Authority’s financial records and accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role involves performing a variety of accounting functions, including preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and assisting with budget preparations. Duties and Responsibilities Manages payroll processing and maintains accurate payroll records. Administers retirement deductions and remits payments to the Housing agency Retirement Trust. Responsible for child support payments. Ensures payroll deductions reconcile with the general ledger and billing statements. Manages employee setup within Harper’s payroll software. Maintain the Housing Authority’s financial records and accounts, including auditing checks and disbursement. Prepare and post journal entries, including those for Authority grants, programs and related non profit entities. Reconcile all bank account statements to the general ledger and record necessary adjustments. Analyze accounts payable to verify ledger account balances and ensure agreement with general ledger control accounts. Identify and correct discrepancies in program spending through thorough research. Ensure balance sheets for grants and programs are in balance and inter-fund accounts are reconciled. Answer inquiries from vendors, department staff, residents, about accounting matters.

Assist with budget preparations for Low Rent, Section 8, and non-profit properties. Assist with operating subsidy calculations. Create Excel worksheets for special projects or reports. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Knowledge Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with a minimum of two years’ experience. Knowledge of automated systems and related matters. Knowledge of HUD regulations and Authority policies, procedures, and practices. Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices and techniques, basic bookkeeping principles, record keeping procedures, computerized spreadsheets and specific departmental procedures. Good knowledge of general office procedures and practices, business English and arithmetic. Skill in operating computer equipment and general office machines. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with other employees, vendors and other business contacts. Bondability. Valid Texas driver’s license. Eligibility for coverage under PHA fleet auto insurance. Supervision Received & Given The employee receives instructions from the Vice President of Financial Services. Courses of action, deadlines, and priorities are established by procedure, the supervisor, or the employee, depending on the assignment. The employee without supervisory direction initiates routine duties. Instructions to the employee may be general or specific in nature. Problems or situations not covered by instructions are usually referred to the supervisor for resolution. The employee’s work is reviewed periodically for accuracy, completion, and compliance with policies and procedures. The employee has no supervisory responsibilities.

Guidelines The employee refers to Authority and HUD guidelines and to computer accounting applications manuals for performing work. These guidelines cover most job-related situations although the employee occasionally is required to use independent judgment in making decisions. If guidelines do not cover a situation, the employee consults the supervisor or decides based on the circumstances. Complexity The employee performs a wide variety of routine and generally related tasks. The course of action is determined by established procedure, the supervisor, or the employee. Tasks always must be coordinated, integrated, and/or prioritized. Some computer applications may be difficult to accomplish and require resourcefulness and extra effort by the employee. The employee may make decisions regarding unusual circumstances on occasion. Scope and Effect The employee’s work affects Authority employees and residents. Successful accomplishment of tasks by the employee ensures that management is provided accurate and timely financial and other information to make informed decisions. Personal Contacts Most of the employees’ contacts are with residents, Authority Personnel, vendors, and outside auditors. Contacts are made: (1) to give, obtain, or clarify information regarding rental accounts and resolve problems; and (2) to support other Authority personnel. Physical Demands Work is principally sedentary, but may involve some physical exertion, such as kneeling, crouching, or lifting to obtain files and records, and eyestrain from working with computers and other office equipment. Work Environment Work involves the normal risks and discomforts associated with an office environment but is usually in an area that is adequately cooled, heated, lighted, and ventilated.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
457(b)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

government accountant jobs in texas

Accountant/Payroll

Accountant

Auditor

Cash Management Accountant V

Accountant IV

Accountant V

Associate Auditor

Accountant I

Treasury Management-Treasury Accountant

Auditor (1 & 2)

Finance - Accountant I - Grants

SFE- SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Audit Project Manager

Senior Revenue Financial Analyst, Amazon Leo for Government

Sr. Accountant

Accountant (Finance)

General Accountant

Senior Accountant 13-26

Project and Grant Accountant

Internal Auditor

I want to receive the latest job alert for government accountant in texas

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected