The Team You Will Be Joining

• Join the Food and Nutrition Division finance team at a Texas state agency that administers substantial state and federal grant funding. The agency also supports agriculture, promotes trade, and protects consumers across Texas.
• Work on-site with considerable independence to help ensure public funds are accurately tracked and reported.

Major Duties

• Reconcile grant awards and payment data each month, investigate differences, and clear a high-volume reconciliation backlog.
• Prepare and submit federal grant financial reports, including reporting associated with USDA-funded programs.
• Develop and monitor state and federal grant budgets; prepare status updates, projections, adjustments, and journal entries.
• Maintain financial records and supporting documentation for state and federal audits, following agency policies, statutes, and reporting rules.
• Conduct annual Management Evaluations of Education Service Centers and prepare ad hoc financial analyses for leadership.

What are we looking for?

• At least three years of professional experience in finance, accounting, grant management, or financial analysis, with demonstrated grant reconciliation and federal financial reporting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for college credit year for year. A master’s degree in one of these fields or an active CPA license may substitute for an undergraduate degree and two years of required experience.
• Advanced Excel skills, including data modeling, formulas, and analysis of large datasets; ability to interpret complex financial data and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication, independent judgment, and the ability to manage shifting priorities under limited supervision.
• State of Texas accounting system experience with CAPPS or USAS and experience with federally funded public programs, particularly USDA grants, are preferred.

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate: $57.00 per hour
• Length of Engagement: Approximately six months; two openings
• Days/Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week; flexible day shift with work scheduled between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• Location: Austin, TX; 100% on-site

The Peak Performers Difference

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• Weekly payments through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements.