VCS - Accounts Payable Manager

The VCS Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is conducting a recruitment search for an Accounts Payable Manager in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, such as Business Administration, Finance, or Public Administration, that includes or is supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. Up to 6 semester hours of business law may be included. OR Combination of Education and Experience: At least 4 years of accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of college-level education, accounting experience, and training that demonstrates professional accounting knowledge. Qualifying applicants must have one of the following: 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing, including up to 6 semester hours of business law; or Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) obtained through written examination. Official transcripts must be provided to verify qualifying education. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices, with extensive experience applying these principles to ensure compliance with applicable laws, U.S. Treasury requirements, and Veteran Affairs regulations. Knowledge of Federal Travel Regulations and related policies. SPECIALIZED REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the normal career progression for the occupation. Demonstrated leadership experience, including developing employee performance plans and fairly evaluating employee performance based on individual accomplishments and results. Experience managing Accounts Payable modules within a financial management system, including understanding how subsidiary ledger activity impacts the general ledger and overall financial results. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Lead and Develop Finance Staff: Directly and indirectly supervise Finance Division employees, including supervisory and lead accounting technicians, certification officers, transportation assistants, and accounting technicians. Provide guidance, direction, and support to ensure effective performance. Establish Financial Policies and Procedures: Develop and implement nationwide operating policies and procedures related to financial reporting, accounting, and supplier payments to promote consistency and efficiency across VCS. Manage Financial Information Systems: Develop and maintain management information systems that provide timely, accurate, and reliable financial and operational data to support Division and Finance Center decision-making. Ensure Accounting Compliance: Develop plans and procedures to implement new or revised accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and applicable Federal policies. Oversee Supplier Payments: Direct supplier payment activities and validate supplier statements to ensure invoices, payments, credits, and adjustments are processed accurately and timely. Maximize Financial Savings: Oversee supplier payment schedules to maximize available cash discounts and ensure interest payments are made in accordance with established supplier terms. Manage Federal Travel Programs: Direct and oversee Temporary Duty (TDY) and Permanent Change of Station (PCS) travel, ensuring compliance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and VA policies. Ensure travel expenses are accurately recorded and processed promptly. Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed. Conditions of Employment As a Condition of Employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - Your performance and conduct - The needs and interests of the agency - Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government - Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Additional Conditions of Employment include: -Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. -Subject to background/security investigation.