Supervisory Accountant

Veterans Canteen Service•Saint Louis, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1946 Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Healthcare system, the largest Healthcare system in the United States. VCS is a program office in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) that is Veteran facing, providing America’s Veterans enrolled in VA’s Health Care System, their families, caregivers and VA employees, reasonably priced merchandise, and services essential to their comfort and well-being. The VCS Central Office Headquarters, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO is conducting a recruitment search for a Supervisory Accountant in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to the Accounts Payable Manager and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center.

Requirements

A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, OR Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related field that includes at least 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be business law). Official transcripts must be submitted with the application.
At least four (4) years of accounting-related experience, education, and/or training demonstrating professional accounting knowledge AND one of the following: Completion of 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing coursework (transcripts required); Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification (certificate required); or Demonstrated professional accounting knowledge equivalent to a four-year accounting program, supported by education, training, and qualifying experience (documentation required).
One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Analyzing and reconciling financial accounts and transactions, Preparing financial reports and supporting year-end closeout activities, Maintaining and utilizing automated accounting systems, Developing or improving accounting procedures and processes, Establishing work priorities and managing deadlines, Providing technical guidance and supervisory oversight to staff.
Your resume must include job title, duties performed, employment dates (month/year), and hours worked per week.
A master’s degree or two (2) full years of graduate education in accounting or a closely related field may substitute for specialized experience.
Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length, or they will be disqualified.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Supervises and directs daily operations of assigned staff, including work assignments, scheduling, leave approval, performance management, employee development, and resolution of workplace issues.
Analyzes financial transactions and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper financial reporting.
Prepares routine financial reports and assists with fiscal year-end closeout activities to support organizational financial operations.
Develops procedural guidance and provides recommendations for improvements to accounting processes, policies, and automated financial systems.
Evaluates financial and statistical data and advises management by recommending solutions to complex financial or operational issues.
Participates in organizational meetings, delivers training, develops instructional materials, and collaborates with stakeholders to support Finance Center initiatives.
Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.