USAJOBS · 3 weeks ago
ACCOUNTS MAINTENANCE CLERK/ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
Whitehall, Ohio, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$38K/yr - $55K/yr
1+ years expThe Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) is dedicated to leading the Department of Defense in finance and accounting. The Accounts Maintenance Clerk/Accounting Technician role involves assisting in monitoring compliance, researching accounting data, and ensuring the accuracy of financial information.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Duties will be developmental in nature while performing below the full performance level (GS-05)
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
Researches minor problems covering all aspects of processing technical accounting data, compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data from systems, documents, and reports
Responds to questions from customers or co-workers regarding accounting data, discrepancies, and procedures
Reviews source documents to determine correct actions to be taken and verifies the accuracy and completeness of data required for the source document
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
Qualification
Required
Official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment
An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program
You must provide sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree
This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants
Suitable for Federal Employment
Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
Must be a U.S. Citizenship or National
New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
The incumbent of this position will be required to be physically on-site full-time, regular telework is not authorized for this position
One (1) 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
One (1) year of Specialized Experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service
Specialized experience at GS-05 is defined as: Performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications
You MUST submit transcripts with your application if the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications
Official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program
You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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