Accountant IV, Expert (Contract Position) – Hybrid | Austin, TX
Company: GSG Talent Solutions
Location: Austin, TX
Pay: $44.80 per hour (Weekly Pay)
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Duration: Until June 30th, 2025
About Us:
GSG Talent Solutions is a mission-driven staffing agency dedicated to delivering customized results. As one of the largest staffing agencies in Austin, TX, we are committed to connecting the right talent with the right opportunities every time.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Accountant IV for a hybrid contract position, available through June 30th, 2025. This role requires occasional full weeks of in-office work in central Austin, TX. Please note that only candidates who can report to our Austin office will be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
Reconciliation:
- Assist with monthly and annual reconciliations between the general ledger and sub-ledgers, including annuitant payroll systems, member records, cash receipts, and service credit purchases.
- Support the reconciliation of tax-related information between the general ledger and sub-ledgers.
- Prepare monthly reconciliations between the general ledger and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) for various funds.
- Enter manual vouchers into USAS.
- Conduct research to resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
- Assist with testing related to the TRUST implementation projects.
- Prepare reports, schedules, journal entries, and vouchers for cash, expenditure reimbursements, and annuity payroll.
- Research and reconcile annuity payroll adjustments.
Financial Statements and Reporting:
- Provide support for the preparation of the agency’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
- Post journal entries as needed.
- Monitor and research various cash and other accounts.
General Support:
- Assist with record retention, filing, and documentation.
- Support tasks related to the Finance team's move to a new headquarters.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.
Skills in:
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work procedures.
- Planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business software in a Windows environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain complex information clearly.
- Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues, agency staff, and external contacts.
- Working effectively in a collaborative, professional team environment.
Why Join GSG Talent Solutions?
At GSG Talent Solutions, we are proud to collaborate with government agencies to foster inclusive workplaces. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity and prioritize the employment of individuals with disabilities and other qualifying medical conditions. We believe that diversity enhances our workforce and the services we provide. We encourage applicants to disclose any disabilities or medical conditions, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure everyone can contribute their unique talents. Your disclosure will be handled with the utmost respect, confidentiality, and commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive.
Join us in our mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs and has the opportunity to excel