ACCOUNTS MAINTENANCE CLERK/ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
Defense Finance and Accounting Service - Columbus, OH
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Apply online through 10/4/2024 at:This is NOT a remote work opportunity. Applications accepted for full open period, the first cutoff for receipt of applications is September 17, 2024. Who may apply:This announcement is open to all U.S. Citizens This announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-04, or GS-05 with a target grade of GS-05. GS-4 Minimum Salary $36,881 Maximum Salary $47,942. GS-5 Minimum Salary $41,263 Maximum Salary $53,640. Duties Performs duties for the full range of accounts and types of transactions including validating, monitoring, controlling, and maintaining accounting transactions and accounting records/ledgers for multiple accounts. Reviews source documents to determine correct actions to be taken and verifies the accuracy and completeness of data required for the source document. Responds to questions from customers or co-workers regarding accounting data, discrepancies, and procedures. Researches minor problems covering all aspects of processing technical accounting data, compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data from systems, documents, and reports. Assists in monitoring operations' compliance to identify problem areas, determine actions required to improve operating program effectiveness, and ensure and maintain the integrity of financial and accounting information. Duties will be developmental in nature while performing below the full performance level (GS-05). Conditions 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 New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. Qualifications FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-04 LEVEL: One year of general experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. General experience is defined as: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 ENTRY AT THE GS-05 LEVEL: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-04 within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as:Performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures that may include reviewing financial/accounting systems information/documents for accuracy/completeness, inputting financial/accounting information into automated systems, or correcting invalid financial/accounting transactions. Volunteer Experience is defined as: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
Created: 2024-09-23