Accounting Technician

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Watervliet Arsenal – Office of the Commander Directorate

Accounting Technician

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION - THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED THROUGH THE DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) FOR DOMESTIC DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE (DIB) FACILITIES AND IS OPEN TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS.

Position Opens: February 25, 2025 Position Closes: March 10, 2025

Term Position for: Accounting Technician GS-0525-08 Full Performance Level GS-09

This is a TERM appointment NTE 2 years and may be extended for up to a total of 8 years.

Salary Range: $57,082 - $ 74,212 per year with growth potential to $ 81,961

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Watervliet Arsenal is growing and we are recruiting for motivated, skilled trade professionals to join Team Watervliet. We offer excellent benefits.

NOTE: When applying, please be sure to have dates of employment and detailed sets of duties listed under each employer you have worked for on your resume. Multiple positions may be filled through this job announcement.

Duties: Responsible the control of all required actions for payroll processing, including creating new hire records, separations, and maintaining complete and accurate records in Watervliet’s payroll systems. Responsible for the control and coordination of all required actions to support the successful operation and management of the Defense Travel System (DTS) for over 750 civilian employees. Resolves Payroll Inquiries and Provides Payroll Information: Reviews various payroll reports, such as Missing Time and Attendance and the Invalid Transaction Reports. Performs fact finding, research, and investigations to identify, analyze and recommend solutions regarding legal employee actions such as payouts for settlements, corrections of labor loans, and the completion of travel orders. Coordinates with internal/external financial/program management personnel to resolve issues and/or prevent accounting errors.

Qualifications: To qualify, your resume must reflect one year of specialized experience which includes:(1) Processing various actions in financial management, personnel, and payroll systems; (2) Researching and resolving various pay, leave and/or deduction problems; and (3) Reviewing travel documents/vouchers for accuracy and compliance with travel policies. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

Requirements for Position:

· Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

· This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

· This position has a data analytics requirement. The incumbent must meet all requirements for data analytics level 1 certification within 12 months of being placed on the position.

· This position requires overnight business travel up to 5% of the time.

· If selected into a permanent position, completion of the Department of Defense (DoD) Financial Management (FM) Certification Program Level 1 & 2 is required.

· Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

· You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

· Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period.

· Direct Deposit of Pay is required.

Benefits Offered:

· Paid time off

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts, such as HSAs or FSAs

· Other types of insurance

· Retirement benefits or accounts

· Child Care benefits

· Gym memberships or discounts

· Commuting/travel assistance

· Employee discounts

Other benefits include both a Federal Pension and a Thrift Savings Plan (a 401k-style investment plan with up to 5% employer matching.) Access to a free 24/7 on-site gym, discounted travel, vacation and event tickets, free parking and discounted rentals for camping, party rentals, etc.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,082.00 - $74,212.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,082 - $74,212