Supervisory Accountant

Veterans Health Administration • San Antonio, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs duties in the Accounting Section of the Finance Service at the South Texas Veterans Healthcare System (STVHCS) and is responsible for the accuracy of financial records. The role covers a complex, integrated system of proprietary, budgetary, planning, cost, revolving-fund, and trust-fund accounting at the field-station level. The position requires independent application of accounting principles and practices, sound judgment on unusual and complex transactions, and collaboration with management and other accounting staff. The work schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A compressed work schedule may be offered after six months. Telework is not available, and the position is not virtual.

Requirements

• Meet the Individual Occupational Requirement through an accounting degree, or a related degree with 24 semester hours in accounting, or qualifying accounting experience and education/training meeting the stated standard.
• Have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-09, or qualify through the specified graduate education or combination of education and experience.
• Current federal employees and qualifying former federal employees must meet the GS-11 time-in-grade requirement of 52 weeks at GS-09 by the announcement closing date.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable, billing, and collections.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Subject to background and security investigation.
• Selected applicants must complete online onboarding and provide acceptable identification for pre-employment requirements.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for VA Health Care Personnel.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, as applicable.
• Submit transcripts or certification as applicable when relying on education or certification to meet qualification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and adhere to fiscal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to accounts receivable.
• Independently complete assignments and projects requiring application of VA accounting principles, practices, and theories.
• Work with management to design automated systems for accounts-receivable processing.
• Review and analyze program activities and prepare special reports.
• Record financial information accurately in IFCAP, FMS, and online, real-time computer-oriented systems.
• Adapt to new financial systems and use tools such as macros to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist management in developing the accounting structure and participate in fiscal year-end closeouts.
• Make day-to-day decisions on unusual and complex accounting transactions and provide alternatives when needed using professional accounting knowledge.
• Review accounting staff work for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with section management to establish section policies and procedures.
• Research, troubleshoot, and adapt to new processes to improve operational quality and efficiency.
• Cross-train with other accountants and provide backup coverage for employees in the section as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal benefits package.
• Qualifying selected applicants may request credit for prior work or military service toward annual leave accrual, subject to approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager