The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match—often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:

100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans
Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.

You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure

Functional Title: Accountant III Payable

Job Title: Accountant III Payable

Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: Accounting

Posting Number: 20828

Closing Date: 03/03/2027

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $3,793.41- $5,921.25

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD

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

Brief Job Description:

The Accounts Payable Accountant III reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor within the Accounting Division. This position performs moderately complex (journey-level) accounting work by reviewing and processing incoming invoices for payment and posting them to the correct accounts by established deadlines. This position provides technical guidance to vendors and agency staff and ensures accuracy of Accounts Payable operations. Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing payable workflows; perform voucher correction and adjustment activities, and the reconciliation between ePay, CAPPS Financials, and the Uniform statewide accounting system (USAS).

Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Telework: Hybrid position.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency policy and performs other duties as assigned. Ensures there is appropriate documentation and authorization for every voucher entered. Ensures that all payments are made within strict timelines. Evaluates financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness, and approval. Reviews, reconciles, and processes agency records and payments in a timely manner ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable state law and oversight agencies’ rules and regulations. Responsible for data entry, tracking, and updating the agency’s accounting and invoice systems.

Works with vendors and agency staff to process accounts payable transactions in a timely and accurate manner. Assists agency staff to process accounts payable and refund transactions, answers questions, research problems, and follow-up, as necessary. Researches and corrects unposted payments. Submits, posts, and monitors payments. Responsible for researching and responding to agency and vendor inquiries in a timely manner by answering questions, addressing issues, verifying information, and resolving problems or complaints.

Maintain, develops, and runs queries for extraction of accounting information from agency tracking system, CAPPS Financials, e-Pay, and USAS and assign processing errors to staff for resolution and ensuring timely processing of expenditures. Act as a subject matter expert. Perform system testing. Train and assist staff with the use of CAPPS Financials, e-Pay, USAS, etc.

Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of State of Texas accounting procedures, including GAAP standards. Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial operations, including basic general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliation, contracting, or financial reporting. Strong skill in organization and setting priorities.
Skill in the use of personal computers, auxiliary equipment, and various software applications. Skill in the use of automated accounting systems. Skill in problem identification and resolution. Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and experience.
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. Ability to use complex automated accounting systems, including but not limited to CAPPS Financials, Texas Identification Number System (TINS) and ePay. Ability to work accurately with numerical detail in an efficient and effective manner. Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data. Ability to prepare concise reports. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail while using multi-tasking skills. Ability to plan, organize, and work independently, as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain discretion and the highest level of confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with a diverse group of people.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience in accounting, finance, cash handling, or related fields. 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. State or Government accounting preferred.

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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. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS 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/DFPS 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.

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