Accountant

Summary The Accountant supports the Health Care System Chief Financial officer and Accounting Section Supervisor. The employee performs duties consistent with accounting principles - standards - and related requirements prescribed by the Controller General of the U.S. Qualifications To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 07/30/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-09 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-07. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-09. The grade may have been in any occupation - but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year - it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade - as required by the announcement. In this instance - you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Basic Requirement for Series 0510: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration - finance - or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR - B. Combination of education and experience: At least 4 years of experience in accounting - or an equivalent combination of accounting experience - college-level education - and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 semester hours of business law; or A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor - obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing - e.g. - 15 semester hours - but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A - provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting - auditing - or a related field - e.g. - valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth - depth - currency - and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting - the applicant's education - training - and experience fully meet the specified requirements. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above - to qualify for this position - you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:You may qualify for GS-09 based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-07 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Qualifying specialized experience includes: Drafting simple instructions to describe internal accounting procedures; Providing systems analysis - advice - & design regarding financial management and accounting systems; Taking corrective action on financial system issues or reporting errors; Analyzing general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy of reports. OR - Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. Qualifying graduate education must meet the subject areas outlined in the Basic Requirement education to be acceptable. OR - Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. Only education beyond the first year of graduate education can be considered. You may qualify for GS-11 based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-09 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Qualifying specialized experience includes: Maintaining and controlling accounts and accounting transactions in a highly complex finance and accounting system; Inputting data into an accounting system; Processing transactions that include verifying the accuracy & completeness of the accounting data; Verifying that payable obligations are set up timely and reports all delinquent amounts outstanding; Assisting with financial audits - including internal and financial quality assurance audits - as well as prepare documentation for audits. OR - Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Qualifying graduate education must meet the subject areas outlined in the Basic Requirement education to be acceptable. OR - Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. Only graduate education beyond the second year can be considered. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. The work is primarily sedentary. No special physical effort or ability is required. Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting that is adequately lighted - heated - and ventilated. Duties Please be advised this occupation may be required to undergo a classification consistency review that may result in a change in title - series - and/or grade if determined by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) A "consistency review" is the process that involves a classification review of positions performing work that is identical - or related to an OPM appeal to ensure they are classified consistently and in accordance with OPM standards If a reduction in grade occurs - you could be eligible for grade and/or pay retention. Major duties include but are not limited to: Apply established principles - techniques and theories of accounting to the finance operation in a professional manner Classify - record - control - report - and analyze financial data to show the cost of carrying our responsibilities - provide a basis for financial planning - and provide data for evaluating performance Render technical advice on all phases of accounting matters including the analysis and interpretation of pertinent accounting data Provide technical advice on the form and content of financial statements for use by local management Conduct analysis of initial or irregular transactions which present accounting procedural problems Develop appropriate methods of accounting for transactions not sufficiently covered by existing procedures consistent with established guidance Conduct periodic internal and external audits and other reports Evaluate and recommend new controls or the deletion of present controls which may be ineffective Perform reviews of accounting transactions and financial audits Prepare financial reports Receive documents for obligation against appropriated funds Reconcile accounts by comparing balances with related data to assure agreement Performs other duties as assigned Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory - qualification - and performance requirements are met Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:00am - 3:30pm Telework: This position may be authorized for Ad-hoc telework Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description/PD#: Accountant/PD23480A and PD23478A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. #J-18808-Ljbffr