Temporary - Accounting Associate I or II

City of Austin, TX
Austin, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 04, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Other
  • Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications
    Accounting Associate I:
    • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, and two (2) years of experience.
    • Any combination of related experience and/or education may be substituted.


    Licenses and Certifications Required:
    • None.


    Accounting Associate II:
    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
    • Up to four (4) years of related experience may be substituted for education.


    Licenses and Certifications Required:
    • None.
    Notes to Applicants
    This position will support the City of Austin Transportation and Public Works Department’s, Finance Division.

    Pay Scales:
    Accounting Associate I: $21.63 - $23.79
    Accounting Associate II: $24.08 - $27.93 per hour

    To watch a video about Austin Transportation and Public Works, click here.


    Regarding your Application:
    A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.


    Assessment:
    This position may require a skills assessment.

    Close Job Posting:
    Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

    90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:
    This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

    Office Location Notes:
    Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

    Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.


    Video Conferencing Software Technology:
    Austin Transportation Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

    Pay Range
    See Notes to Applicants

    Hours
    Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
    Job Close Date 03/17/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5202 E. Ben White Blvd, Austin TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications
    Preferred Experience:
    • Experience in Accounts Receivable and Payable in Austin Integrated Management System ( AIMS ).
    • Experience with the ProCard process, cycles, and deadlines.
    • Experience in reconciling complex spreadsheets from multiple sources.
    • Ability to problem solve and collaborate with customers, staff, and managers to achieve favorable and timely outcomes.
    • Ability to effectively manage time and meet mandatory accounting deadlines.


    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
    This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

    Accounting Associate I

    Accounting Associate II
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

    Accounting Associate I

    Accounting Associate II
    Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
    The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
    Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    * Minimum qualifications for the Accounting Associate I require: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, and two (2) years of experience. Any combination of related experience and/or education may be substituted. Do you meet these qualifications?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and educational requirements.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Briefly describe your experience with Accounts Payable, including the specific position(s) on your application in which you performed these duties
    (Open Ended Question)
    * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
    • I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
    * All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Do you understand that this position is required to work in office 50% of the pay period?
    • Yes
    • No
    * How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
    (Open Ended Question)


    Optional & Required Documents

    Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Austin
    • City of Austin

    The City of Austin

    This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017. 

    Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. 

    The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. 

    Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes. 

    There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.

    City Government

    The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. 

    The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin. 

    The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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