Accounting Technician I - Texas Correctional Industries - Coffield Unit (611207)

JOB SUMMARY
Performs routine technical accounting support work. Work involves performing detailed assignments 
in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, and reports. Works 
under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records in an 
automated accounting system; reviews documents for accuracy; prepares cost information, 
progress, and other reports; and prepares and verifies accounting data for planning estimates 
and budget reports.

B. Provides technical assistance to new employees; and assists in researching discrepancies and 
report findings.

C. Assists in preparing and maintain financial records and files to include automated information 
systems.

D. Assists with auditing documents to include purchase orders, packing slips, reports, invoices, and 
related records.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

2. Two years full-time, wage-earning accounting, accounting clerical, auditing, or bookkeeping
experience. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization 
recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States 
Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience on a year-foryear basis.

3. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include spreadsheet or 
database software programs preferred.

Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of automated financial information systems.

2. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the 
maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.

3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes preferred.

4. Knowledge of inventory and stock control record keeping preferred.

5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, 
rules, and regulations preferred.

6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 

7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the 
public.

8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 

9. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

10. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network 
environment.

11. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, 
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.

12. Skill to prepare and maintain complex records and files in an automated system.

13. Skill in the electronic transmission of communications.

14. Skill to verify and consolidate financial data.

15. Skill to research and resolve discrepancies and inquiries.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend 
repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, 
analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and 
operate motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving 
objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working 
protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include 
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and 
automobile.

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Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years.  Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week.  If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview.  Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX   77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL [email protected]

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The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

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The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.