Accounting Technician – USDA Forest Service Jobs


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Position Summary:

These positions are located in the Chief Financial Officer, Budget and Finance organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides technical expertise and training to personnel in accounts receivable, accounts payable, reimbursements, voucher preparation and examination, or other areas.
  • Researches or oversees the research of accounting problems, i.e., incorrect charges, payment codes, budget object codes, obligations, etc., and ensures that the correction and/or adjusting document is entered into the system.
  • Audits or ensures audit of payment documents, transfers and adjustment vouchers, and accounting adjustments for submission.
  • The responsibilities are listed at the full performance level.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
  • 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). 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.
  • Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify.
  • Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.

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