Job opening: Funds Management Specialist
Salary: $23 - 26 per hour
Published at: Dec 11 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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.
Duties
Serves as a Funds Management Specialist at the Air Force Services Center/Reports and Analysis Branch (AFSVC/VFAR) on the Mission Essential Feeding Fund (MEFF) team. Incumbent performs a full range of accounting duties using double-entry accrual accounting methods in reconciling subsidiary ledgers and posting to general ledger accounts. Performs needed reconciliation and balancing of applicable general ledger accounts and their subsidiary ledgers to assure that the basic accounting data in the computerized and manual reports are in balance. Applies knowledge to work within various applications that facilitate the different accounting processes. Provides procedural guidance to AFSVC functional program managers and other staff members on document preparation and processing in various electronic applications given a wide array of complexities. Ensures AF policy and procedures are properly followed in regards to specific AF initiatives and programs, interprets/understand the applicable AF Instructions, manuals, operating instructions, and other guidance as provided. Apply the proper guidance and accounting policy to any given situation, which may not be specifically defined but requires critical thinking. Diligently pursues account discrepancies and out-of-balance conditions. Maintain communication with all parties as necessary to ensure all processes work as intended and all parties are informed regarding the status of payments and what is required from them to complete the process. Reviews current work processes/procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness and customer satisfaction. Reviews accounting documentation for accuracy, legibility, and timeliness. Analyzes applicable transactions for effect on assets, liabilities, and equity. Identifies problem areas or other unusual situations and provides oral and/or written corrective actions in accordance with general accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position assists and works in tandem with all personnel in the division, many of these accounting functions are interrelated, position requires a high degree of independence, at the same time teamwork and cooperation to accomplish the end-state is critical.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12239462
Requirements
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Occasional Travel may be required.
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, 12/26/2023
Business Based Action, 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 be versed in accounting procedures, and/or public accounting. Possess extensive accounting and financial analysis experience. Experience in using application software and utility programs to develop efficient database update and retrieval procedures is required.
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:
Bachelor's degree or 24 hours of accounting courses is highly desirable.
Working experience with standard business software systems such as Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word.
Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
**NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration.
All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s).
**Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.
(Format example: Employer name, position title, beginning and ending dates of employment, with summary of duties, etc.)
Education
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.
Contacts
- Address AFSVC Financial Management and Comptroller
AFSVC/SVXFM, 2261 Hughes Ave, Suite #156
Lackland AFB, TX 78236-9852
US
- Name: AFSVC HQ NAF HR Office
- Email: [email protected]
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