Accounting Technician

Veterans Health Administration • Roanoke, VA

32d • Onsite

About The Position

These positions are located in the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 2 HSA 2.1) Centralized Finance Service (CFS) in Roanoke, VA. The primary purpose of the Accounting Technician position is to perform a variety of functions, including maintaining accounts and documents, analyzes, examines, communicates payables, receivables, obligations, financial, administrative, decision making, technical and clerical level work. This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-7. At the GS-6 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-7. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher level work, and availability of funds.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Must complete all required steps in the process, including the application, questionnaire, and an online assessment.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• The work is primarily sedentary with some walking, standing and bending.
• The person in this position will be required to lift and move files/printouts.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Must serve a 1-year probationary period.
• To qualify for this position at the GS-6 level: At least one full year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this Accounting Technician position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-5 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes performing accounting/financial activities, or handling cash transactions (i.e., Bank; Retail; etc.); using computer systems, databases, and software to gather data, create correspondence; and providing customer service, communicating with customers both verbally and in-writing.
• To qualify for this position at the GS-7 level: At least one full year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this Accounting Technician position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-6 grade level in the Federal service. In addition to the specialized experience described above for the lower grade level, specialized experience includes performing clerical, assistant, or technician level work in support of financial functions and activities; and analyzing accounting/financial transactions, data, and documents for accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with an automated accounting or financial management system such as a point of sale (POS), banking system, and/or business software

Responsibilities

• Evaluates/examines daily the accuracy and validity of the documentation gathered.
• Gathers information daily of the financial/administrative nature from multiple financial sources and accounting systems, both internal and external.
• Compiles data into understandable forms and reports for management.
• Presents forms and reports by way of spreadsheets, word documents, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Audits and maintains financial accounts, and accounting data, as well as classifying accounting transactions.
• Receives, evaluates, processes, and reconciles payments for purchase orders (supplies, services, inventory, lease agreements, etc.).
• Researches, interprets, and audits which accounts a document and subsequent accounting transactions will affect.
• Documents financial transactions to assure a proper audit trail.
• Helps establish payment plans, reviews payment plans and accepts or rejects proposed payment plans in accordance with policy.
• Analyzes, initiates and forwards the analysis of Accounts Receivables for higher level review which involves communication and problem solving with various individuals.
• Serves as principal point of contact for medical center clients/customers regarding accounts receivable and payables.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed