Accountant

Army Transportation • Scott AFB, IL

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About The Position

The incumbent will serve as a professional Accountant responsible for analyzing financial data, resolving accounting issues, and providing recommendations that support effective financial operations.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This is a DOD Financial Management position.
• The incumbent must complete training and meet position requirements for certification at Level 2 within 2 years of appointment.
• Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(n) Financial Management- Career Program position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• This is a developmental position at the GS-11 level with promotion potential to GS-12.
• Noncompetitive promotion to the next grade level is authorized, contingent upon meeting time-in-grade requirements and demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the next higher level.
• If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.
• Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
• Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.
• If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.
• You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
• One year specialized experience which includes: (1) Reviewing invoices and accounts payable records to identify errors and ensure complete documentation; (2) Applying accounting principles to analyze financial data, reports, and internal controls; and (3) Providing accounting guidance to resolve invoice, billing, and payment issues.
• One year specialized experience which includes: (1) Analyzing complex invoices and accounts payable records to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate financial postings; (2) Reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable accounts to resolve billing and payment issues; (3)Evaluating financial reports and accounting processes to identify trends, control weaknesses, and needed corrective actions.
• For the GS-12, you must meet the qualification requirement using the basic education requirement and experience alone-- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent GS-09.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent GS-11.

Nice To Haves

• This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
• This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and accounting issues.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Audit invoice transactions to verify proper accounting and payment processing.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports to support management decisions and financial planning.
• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls to identify weaknesses and improve accuracy.
• Research financial transactions on invoices, certify vendor payments.
• Monitor accounts payable reports to ensure accurate payable balances and timely resolution of open items.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve accounting operations, data integrity, and financial reporting.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree