MWR Accounting Technician

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to examine, verify, and maintain complex accounting transactions which involve a number of different programs, extensive subdivision of accounts, and frequently and varied adjustments to accounts; and to serve as a liaison between serviced organizations and higher headquarters. Performs office automation duties in producing/preparing a variety of documents pertaining to accounting functions Responsibilities On a daily basis, perform necessary maintenance to the SAP vendor files. This includes new vendors, changes to vendor master file records, extending vendors and blocking of vendors. Communicating with the field to resolve issues related to vendor request. Check to ensure that duplicate vendors are not set up. Resolve any issues and take necessary action. Work with MIS Team during go-live conversions to set up new company code vendors. Verifies, through an audit sequence, source data submitted by participating NAFI activities for accuracy. Enters data into database or directly into SAP. Verifies data entered by other audit/data entry technicians. Follows prescribed procedures and instructions for numerous entry formats. Maintains a record of data received on a computerized receipt log. Prepares discrepancy notices to funds that have submitted invalid information and contact funds by telephone for document correction. Prepares miscellaneous general journal vouchers for adjusting entries or canceled checks. Files data transmittal envelopes, DARS, voided checks and financial statements for access by RAMCAS and other headquarters' staff. Prepares older files for record storage and retention. Performs other duties as assigned. The purpose of this position is to provide accounting support for SAP AIMS vendor files and the edit, audit and data entry of information submitted for update into the general ledger systems. This position contributes to the division's effectiveness by providing accurate and timely financial information to allow senior management the opportunity to make better business decisions. Work involves the utilization of accounting skills and knowledge related to a large organization with multiple operating locations. The employee works at the intermediate bookkeeping level dealing specifically with Vendor related issues and accounting entries for general ledger purposes. Writing skills and grammar must be at a level to allow for adequate communication between the production department and both headquarter and field personnel. The employee must understand the complete flow of data from original documents and point of entry to the final production of financial statements. The employee will communicate daily with field personnel to address issues and problems related to data entry and the BLAS, RAMCAS and AIMS systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications High School graduate is required with some training in bookkeeping or accounting. Minimum of one (1) year experience with PC equipment or and education on PC applications. Able to type 50 wpm or use a 10 key calculator by touch. Capable of working with details for extended periods of time. Must be able to work under pressure to meet scheduled deadlines. Applicants must possess adequate oral and written communication skills. Must become familiar with the Recreation and Mess Central Accounting System Users Handbook and chart of accounts as well as documentation on the DAR process with SAP AIMS. Education This position is not in a positive education series Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693