Accountant

Veterans Canteen Service • United States, United States • 3d ago

Salary: $64,993

Please note: Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length, or they will be disqualified.

This position closes on: 11/23/2025

OVERVIEW:

Looking for a better work-life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veterans first for an amazing career! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is seeking an Accountant. This position reports to the Supervisory Accountant. In this role, you will be involved in the day-to-day operations of the VCS Finance Center, implementing and monitoring policies and procedures on a National level.

DUTIES:

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Account Analysis and Reconciliation: Analyzes and reconciles various accounts and transactions to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Financial Reporting and Year-End Support: Prepares routine financial reports and assists with the year-end close-out process.

Development of Accounting Procedures: Develops procedural instructions for creating or modifying automated accounting systems and specific program areas.

Financial Data Analysis and Recommendations: Analyzes financial data, providing insights and recommending solutions to resolve complex financial issues.

General Ledger and Subsidiary Account Reconciliation: Resolves discrepancies between the general ledger and subsidiary accounts to maintain accurate financial records.

Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

VCS offers competitive benefits, including:

Opportunities for career advancement.

Childcare Subsidy Program.

No nights.

Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance.

Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays.

Federal Retirement, Pension.

Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass).

Visit us at https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the Veterans Canteen Service.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.

Basic Educational Requirement:

24 semester hours in accounting, which may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.

A bachelor's degree in accounting.

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.

NOTE: You must submit transcripts with your application. Education will not be credited without documentation.

AND

In addition to meeting the Basic Educational Requirement, you must also meet the following Minimum Specialized Qualification Requirements:

Minimum Specialized Qualifying Requirements:

Professional Experience in Financial Reporting: At least two years of experience in formulating various financial reports and handling financial data.

Strong Knowledge of Accounting Principles: A solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proficiency in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and resolving issues.

Decision-Making Ability: Capable of making informed decisions based on financial data and analysis.

Budget and Year-End Close-Out Support: Experience assisting with budget management and year-end financial close-outs.

NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

your performance and conduct;

the needs and interests of the agency;

whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.

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