This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/505946700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The Accounting Technician is responsible for accounts payable functions within the Financial Management Department.
Learn more about this agency07/24/2018 to 08/31/2018
$45,707 - $59,417 per year
IS 07
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Not required
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Permanent - Indefinite Trust Appointment. This is not a Federal position.
Full-time - Full Time.
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18-60
505946700
Duties may include but are not limited to:
-Provides input into the automated PeopleSoft-ERP Accounts Payable Subsystem. Responsible for processing vendor payments and resolving accounts payable problems.
-The employee will process on-line voucher payments from multiple funding sources. Verifies accuracy of vendor invoice, reviews supporting documentation, determines whether partial or full payment is being requested. Reviews line item voucher detail and determines if budget check certification can be administered. When discrepancies are noted, the individual will take corrective action.
- Validates, monitors, controls and maintains accounts payable transactions. Reconciles purchase order and voucher activity to the subsidiary ledgers and general ledger. Researches discrepancies between purchase order encumbrances and voucher expenses, request purchase order modifications and process voucher adjustments as needed. Reconciles purchase order and voucher activity in the subsidiary and general ledgers.
-Reviews delinquent accounts payable bills to determine validity and ensure all applicable interest processing fees and penalty fees are calculated to the commercial customer.
- Monitors purchase order and accounts payable ERP system implemented requirements’ document tolerance rules and match exception rules to ensure that payable transactions are not delayed due to internal requirements.
- Verifies the accuracy of the authorizing documents, reconstructs the payment history for the period involved, determines the amount and extent of underpayment or overpayment, if any, and the procedures for disbursing the underpayment or collecting overpayment.
- Reviews and identifies voucher with receipt match exceptions, document tolerance and budget check errors. Works to resolve discrepancies arising from erroneous purchase order, invoicing, or receiving activity that has delayed payment to vendors or credits to SAO by obtaining clarification from a requestor, buyer, vendor, or receiver regarding any disputed transactions.
- Monitors status of scheduled payments and researches any delayed payments. Works with SI, banking and vendor staff to resolve incorrect, missing, or misdirected payments. Initiates payment cancellation as necessary.
- Determines appropriate corrective action to address voucher-related errors, works with appropriate FMD staff to rectify error.
- Assists in daily operational matters and special projects.
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on the web at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated first for the basic qualifications described above.
The applications that meet the basic qualifications will be evaluated further against the following criteria:
Knowledge of accounting methods, procedures and techniques to conduct difficult and responsible analysis and determinations to validate transactions and to perform research to resolve inconsistencies.
Knowledge of the interrelationships of various accounting systems applications include ERP systems and other computer file systems and content to resolve problems of processed transactions.
Knowledge of established bookkeeping and accounting methods and techniques for receiving, reviewing for accuracy and processing accounts payable transactions.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to accounts payable as promulgated by SI, SAO, the US Treasury, and all other regulating bodies.
Knowledge of enterprise financial information systems as related to accounts payable functions such as vendor maintenance, the entry of regular and correction vouchers, payment processing, and resolution of exceptions.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills required to obtain accurately or to communicate effectively information in an environment that can sometimes be marked with urgency or conflict to ensure the timely resolution of discrepancies and payment-related problems.
Your resume should provide detailed information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.
Your application package should include the following documents:
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. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Please Note:
At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions. You may save this file as receipt of your application.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/505946700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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