Financial Accounts Tech

Location

This position is located in the VISN 12 Great Lakes Finance Services (GLFS) at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of 10/01/2026. Time‑In‑Grade (TIG) requirements apply: for a GS‑06 position, candidates must have served 52 weeks at the GS‑05 level in any federal occupation. An SF‑50 showing TIG eligibility must be submitted; if the most recent SF‑50 is within the past year and does not clearly demonstrate one‑year TIG, an additional SF‑50 is required. TIG requirements also apply to former federal employees seeking reinstatement and to current employees applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA).

Specialized Experience

• Broad knowledge of accounting and other financial management regulations, practices, procedures, and policies.
• Knowledge of the Prompt Payment Act to process certified invoices timely and accurately.
• Understanding of the interrelated steps, conditions, and procedures required to assemble, review, and maintain complex accounting and financial transactions.
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems to reconcile errors and datasets, and to certify documents and audits.
• Proficiency with a personal computer and software programs including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, the Internet, and various Medical Center programs.
• Working knowledge of all banking regulations, including Treasury and accounting procedures and policies.
• Ability to use computer processing procedures to properly process input and review computer output.

Major Duties

• Examine vouchers, invoices, claims, and other requests for payment of goods and services.
• Coordinate and resolve discrepancies and/or problems.
• Examine, verify, and maintain financial accounts and accounting data for accuracy and completeness.
• Review documents for proper authorization, adherence to regulations, verification of proper appropriation or fund availability, and to prevent anti‑deficiency.
• Maintain accounts of an integrated double‑entry accounting system.
• Support accounting functions, including recurring reports and transaction requirements.
• Serve as an Alternate Teller (Agent Cashier) to provide backup and support for the Primary Teller.
• Determine the acceptability of payment documents and cash items, guided by Treasury Department and Department of Veterans Affairs regulations.
• Perform daily reconciliations and ensure that charges corresponding to Purchase Card Orders are reconciled within the mandated time frame.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
• Telework: Not authorized
• Virtual: Not a virtual position