Job Description

Overview

Were seeking an experienced Accountant IV for a short-term, high-impact role with a respected Texas state agency, ideal for an accountant with state agency experience looking to make an immediate contribution and potentially take the next step in their career. The State Accountant IV (Temporary) role at Peak Performers is described as a temporary position within a state agency that licenses and regulates certified public accountants in Texas to ensure they meet professional and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconciliations.
• Process payroll using CAPPS.
• Monitor and manage cash balances.
• Complete various mandatory reports throughout the year.
• Review and approve payment vouchers, deposits, MIP entries, and reconciliations.
• Perform journal entries, fund transfers, budget activities, and other general ledger functions.
• Work with automated accounting systems and ensure compliance with GAAP.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as an accountant or similar role within a Texas State Agency.
• Proven experience with reconciliations, journal entries, fund transfers, and budgeting.
• Experience with annual financial and non-financial reporting.
• Skills in fiscal year-end closeout and new-year startup processes.
• Proficiency with USAS, CAPPS, and MIP accounting systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to numerical detail.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing tools.
• Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field (preferred, not required).
• Advanced experience with Texas state financial systems (USAS, CAPPS, MIP).

Opportunity Details

• Hourly Rate: $72.00/hour.
• Length of Assignment: 2 months.
• Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (40 hours per week).
• Location: Austin, TX 78752 (Onsite).

About Peak Performers & Equal Opportunity

• Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
• Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.
• We do not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Custom Job ID: 26-TX-JH1028

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