VCS - Accounting Technician II

Summary

Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 80 years of serving our nation's Veterans, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic Accounting Technician II in our Central Office. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Process & Review Complex Financial Transactions: Accurately review and process accounting transactions, including deposits, cash movements, and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with policies and proper documentation. Identify & Resolve Vendor Discrepancies: Work closely with the Procurement Division to detect and address discrepancies between vendor invoices and contract pricing, ensure accurate payments, and maintain strong vendor relationships. Verify & Input Financial Data: Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting data before entering it into the General Ledger, supporting precise financial reporting. Analyze Financial Trends & Identify Discrepancies: Research current and historical financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and patterns, providing insights for further analysis. Support Training & Team Development: Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members, ensuring adherence to financial procedures, policies, and best practices. Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed. Requirements

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. Qualifications

Proficient in Financial Software & Systems: Skilled in using automated accounting systems, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for sales, receiving, and retail management. Accounting and Financial Accuracy: Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, journal entry recording, and account reconciliation to ensure accurate financial reporting. Tech Savvy and Adaptable: Proficient in operating essential office technology, including computers, printers, calculators, and communication systems, to effectively perform job functions. Detail-Oriented Transaction Processing: Capable of processing and correcting financial transactions across multiple accounting platforms with precision. Advanced Microsoft Office Expertise: Experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook, with the ability to navigate and utilize SharePoint modules essential to the Finance Center. Minimum Specialized Qualifying Requirements: One (1) year of experience comparable to the duties of an Accounting Technician or the educational equivalent coursework in accounting/bookkeeping practices.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate Degree preferred, but not required, in Business, Accounting, or Management. How You Will Be Evaluated

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.