Accounting Technician (GS-4/5/6)

Apply online through 11/17/2024 at: https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/814425300

Summary

Remote telework outside of the commuting area is not authorized for this position. If you are offered and accept a position, you will be required to live in the commuting area prior to your first day of work. If you do not live in the commuting area, you must relocate.

The first cutoff for receipt of applications is October 31, 2024. If you wish to be considered for the first jobs filled from this announcement, please apply by this date.

Duties

• Interprets data, identifies related transactions and determines root causes/source of problem identifying trends and workable/corrective solutions.
• Researches and processes a variety of recurring standard and nonstandard accounting transactions for adequacy, legality, and propriety.
• Prepares correspondence responding to inquiries of a non-routine nature explaining various aspects of accounting and providing detailed and technical explanations of accounting discrepancies or procedural and reporting requirements.
• Perform technical accounting work including the maintenance, validation, and reconciliation of accounting records for multiple accounts.
• The duties performed for developmental positions (below the GS-06 level) will be of limited scope and complexity to develop skills, proficiency, and work experience.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S Citizen or National
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for federal employment
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination

Qualifications

This announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-04, GS-05, or GS-06 with a target grade of GS-06.

For GS-04 positions: One year of Generalized Experience of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.

For GS-05 positions: One year of Specialized Experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized experience at GS-05 is defined as; Performing financial duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures to include reviewing documents for accuracy and inputting financial/accounting information into an automated system and correcting invalid/incorrect transactions.

For GS-06 positions: One year of Specialized Experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized Experience at GS-06 is defined as; Applying knowledge of accounting systems, policies and procedures for the examination, verification and maintenance of accounts and accounting data; validating, monitoring and maintaining accounting transactions and accounting records; researching discrepancies and making adjustments.

Volunteer Experience: Paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social) is qualifying. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.

Education

GS-4: SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
Successfully completed Two years of education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the general experience requirement. To be creditable, education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university. (You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim).

GS-5: SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
Four years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. (You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim).

GS-6: SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
Six months of graduate education may be substituted to meet the specialized experience required when it is directly related to the work of the position being filled. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).

Combining Education and Experience
Applicants may have a percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. (Please note that only successfully completed post-high school education count toward the percentage.) (You MUST submit transcripts or proof of education to verify your claim).

If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).

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