ACCOUNTS MAINTENANCE CLERK/ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

About the Role

This is an on-site position located in Rome, NY; Limestone, ME; or Cleveland, OH.

Responsibilities

• Researches current accounts, historical data, source documents, etc., to develop and explain detailed information not otherwise readily available.
• Researches accounting data and performs balancing and reconciling of accounts.
• Assists in implementing and maintaining Internal Control Program requirements to protect against waste, fraud, and abuse.
• Processes all types of accounting transactions and requests for establishment of additional accounting records.
• Verifies the accuracy, completeness, and validity of a wide variety of accounting functions/transactions including: obligations; accrued expenditures; disbursements; appropriation refunds; reimbursable orders; earnings and collections.

Requirements

• Suitable for Federal Employment.
• Registered for Selective Service if applicable.
• Must obtain and maintain Financial Management Certification.
• This national security position requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• New employees will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Telework availability will be based upon mission requirements and supervisory determination.
• Pay for first-time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 of the salary range for their respective grade level.
• Onboarding is dependent upon favorable security/suitability determination and availability of work and vacancies.

Qualifications

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

• 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.
• GS-05 positions: One year of specialized experience performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures. This 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: 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).