Accountant I
LCRA
Austin, TX · Posted October 13, 2026
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About the job
Here's The Role
Ready to begin your accounting career? We are now hiring an early career accountant for our financial operations group. For this position you will need an understanding of accounting principles pertaining to revenue, cash, receivables and accounts payable. Our ideal candidate is ready to expand on their operational understanding and move into how these components fit within the general ledger and financial statements. Join LCRA and apply and expand your knowledge and skills optimally and grow your accounting skills in an outstanding customer-focused environment. Apply today!
How You’ll Contribute
Perform financial accounting and reporting activities for assigned accounts.
Research and ensure compliance with various regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Prepare accounting reports following prescribed format and requirements.
Review workpapers, vendor payment control groups, and journal entries prepared by accounting specialists.
How You’re Qualified
Four or more years of experience in accounting or relevant experience.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
How You’ll Stand Out
Problem solving skills, with attention to detail.
Excellent customer service skills. Outstanding professional, prompt, and courteous communication skills.
Microsoft Office suite experience with Excel and Outlook as musts.
Large ERP experience (SAP, Oracle).
How We’ll Support You
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Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Perform financial accounting and reporting activities for assigned accounts.
Research and ensure compliance with various regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Prepare accounting reports following prescribed format and requirements.
Review workpapers, vendor payment control groups, and journal entries prepared by accounting specialists.
Four or more years of experience in accounting or relevant experience.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, economics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.