Accounting Technician

Defense Finance and Accounting Service • Limestone, ME

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About The Position

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) leads Department of Defense finance and accounting by delivering efficient, high-quality pay and financial information. The Accounting Technician researches current accounts, historical data, and source documents to develop and explain detailed information; researches accounting data; and balances and reconciles accounts. The position processes accounting transactions and requests to establish additional accounting records, and verifies the accuracy, completeness, and validity of accounting functions and transactions, including obligations, accrued expenditures, disbursements, appropriation refunds, reimbursable orders, earnings, and collections. It also assists with implementing and maintaining Internal Control Program requirements to protect against waste, fraud, and abuse. Duties may be developmental when the position is filled below the full performance level.

Positions may be permanent or term and may have a full-time or part-time schedule. Work schedules and pay vary by geographic location. Telework is rarely available, travel is seldom, and security designation varies by position. A favorable background investigation and security determination may be required. The position requires obtaining and maintaining DoD Financial Management Level 1 Certification, generally within two years of entering the position.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if a male born after December 31, 1959.
• Must be suitable for Federal employment and obtain and maintain a favorable security determination for sensitive positions; a secret clearance or higher may be required depending on the position.
• Must obtain and maintain DoD Financial Management Level 1 Certification as a condition of employment, generally within two years of entry on duty.
• For GS-05: One year of generalized experience equivalent to GS-04, including clerical or administrative duties supporting business transaction processing using standardized procedures. Experience must be clearly stated in the resume.
• For GS-06: One year of generalized experience equivalent to GS-05, including financial duties supporting financial transaction processing, such as reviewing documents for accuracy, entering financial information into an automated system, or correcting invalid or incorrect transactions. Experience must be clearly stated in the resume.
• Must meet applicable time-in-grade and other qualification requirements; requirements may be met within 30 calendar days after the announcement closing date unless otherwise indicated.
• Education used in place of experience must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and transcripts must be submitted when required.
• Applicants relying on foreign education must provide evidence that it is comparable to education from an accredited U.S. institution.
• Candidates should be committed to improving Federal government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Research current accounts, historical data, and source documents to develop and explain detailed information not otherwise readily available.
• Research accounting data and balance and reconcile accounts.
• Process accounting transactions and requests to establish additional accounting records.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and validity of accounting functions and transactions, including obligations, accrued expenditures, disbursements, appropriation refunds, reimbursable orders, earnings, and collections.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining Internal Control Program requirements to protect against waste, fraud, and abuse.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED