This position will be assigned to the Air Force Services Center at Port San Antonio, TX.
This is a regular full-time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a regular category position are eligible for benefits.
This position will be assigned to the Air Force Services Center at Port San Antonio, TX.
This is a regular full-time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a regular category position are eligible for benefits.
Depending on experience. Internal NAF pay setting rules apply.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Works in the Shared Service Center, General Accounting Branch, General Ledger (GL) Section. The GL Section controls the Air Force Services Financial Management System (AFSFMS) automated processes responsible for receiving, classifying, and posting asset, liability, owner's equity, revenue, and expenses to the general ledger chart of accounts and GL module. Performs the full range of accounting general ledger duties using double-entry accrual accounting methods in reconciling subsidiary ledgers and posting to general ledger accounts. Performs a monthly reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts and their subsidiary ledgers to assure that reports are in balance. Diligently researches account discrepancies and out-of-balance conditions. Maintains proper supporting documents to ensure proper audit trail of all financial transactions. Processes journal entry imports through manual and automated methods after exercising proper validation of transactions. Posts journal entries to GL and verifies correctness and accuracy of posting entries. Assists NAF SSC customers with issues or questions on closeout of all accounts. Uses knowledge of the overall accounting system from initiation through expenditure stages to trace discrepancies in the AFSFMS accounting system. Traces discrepancies in response to NAF SSC customer queries or other NAF SSC branch requests to posted documents. Computes operational expenses incurred by individual activities for general ledger services provides, and assigns charges appropriately. Performs general ledger work functions independently at the full performance level of accounting duties assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12572958
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, 10/24/2024
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:
Experience with double-entry accrual methods, the interrelationship of accounts and the effects of debit and credit transactions on the general ledger, and an understanding of the relationship between the general ledger and subsidiary accounts and extensive subdivision of accounts. Experience with training methods and preparation of training/briefing materials. Experience with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN 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 conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/24/2024 to receive consideration.
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