Accounting Technician

Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the Duke Filed MWR at Duke ARS, Florida. This position provides general office and financial support to Chief of Services to support lodging and MWR operations. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/23/2024 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience in work which provided comprehensive knowledge of fund accounting methods, procedures, and techniques used in maintain and analyzing all classes of accounts in accounting system encompassing a number of diversified activities; ability to prepare financial statements and reports. Substitution for General Experience: A four-year degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting or related field of study may be substituted for experience. Knowledge and understanding of the regulations, guides and precedents sufficient to interpret and apply them in a variety of accounting situations. Knowledge of the accounting system sufficient to flow individual funds and specific monies from initiation through expenditure stages in order to trace discrepancies in the system. Must have cash handling experience which provided knowledge of cash counting, security, and balancing. Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer and calculator required. Must have customer service experience which provided knowledge associated with dealing with diversified personalities and situations. Must be able to communicate effectively with people. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 security background. An understanding of FSS programs and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel is desirable. Experience which demonstrated the ability to independently carry out continuing projects or programs is highly desirable. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution. Additional information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. Employees will be eligible for the use of the fitness center, lodging, and other activities. Read more Benefits Review our benefits