THC - Director of Finance and Accounting; Director IV

THC - Director of Finance and Accounting (Director IV) 26-31 State of Texas
• Austin, Texas

Job :

Employee Status Regular

Schedule Full-time;
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Travel Yes, 10% of the Time

State Job Code 1623

Salary Admin Plan B Grade 29

Salary (Pay Basis) 10,000.00 – 13,000.00 (Monthly)

Number of Openings 1

Overtime Status Exempt

Job Posting Jan 5, 2026, 1:05:03 PM

Closing Date Feb 20, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION

Texas – Austin

Stephen F Austin Bldg (808-SFA) 1700 N Congress Ave, B-65 Austin

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the Commission’s financial functions. Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of the Commission’s financial reports, general ledger, payroll, budget, and revenue. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives and government officials. Work involves establishing the strategic plan, goals, and objectives; budget instructions;

analyzing and reviewing budget requests; supporting and preparing the development of legislative appropriation requests and the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) operating budget; and compiling ongoing and ad hoc budget analyses and reports. Monitor and manage the agency’s revenue, expenditures, and cash flow. Supervise the preparation of the monthly reconciliations between the agency’s general ledger and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and the Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel System (CAPPS);

ensure the timely compilation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and briefings. Prepare fiscal estimates for proposed rules and legislative bills as directed. Manage financial and administrative duties related to multiple federal and state grant awards. Supervise and manage the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position is a repost of Job #26-16. Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply.

Please note that this is an on-site position.

• 1. Advise and recommend appropriate action on fiscal matters and institute control for sound fiscal management of state and federal funds to implement and maintain Commission Program goals and objectives.
• 2. Oversee accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, appropriations control, grant management, and reporting.
• 3. Oversee the establishment of goals and objectives; develop schedules, priorities, and standards for achievement of goals; and direct evaluation activities.
• 4. As directed, make presentations before the Texas Legislature or the Commission on budget and other financial matters.
• 5. Develop long-range fiscal policies and develop/monitor agency project budgets.
• 6. Ensure the protection and custody of funds and related financial documentation.
• 7. Formulate and implement policy/procedures for Commission budget and financial activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations concerning fiscal management of government funds and resources.
• 8. Oversee activities to receive, disburse, deposit, and account for Commission funds.
• 9. Oversee formulation, presentation, and monitoring of the Commission’s operating budget.
• 10. Oversee preparation of financial summaries and forecasts reflecting income and expenditures.
• 11. Represent the Commission at national, state, and local levels concerning budget and financial activities.
• 12. Review proposed legislation and oversee the implementation of legislation affecting budget and financial activities.
• 13. Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing, reporting, and the use of funds.
• 14. Assist in legislative analysis and the preparation of Fiscal Notes.
• 15. Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance.
• 16. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.

• 17. Perform other duties as assigned.

• · Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a related field;
• · Minimum ten years of work experience in fiscal…