This Accountant position is organizationally aligned to the VISN 12 Great Lakes Finance Service. The purpose of this position is to perform the full range of professional accounting work requiring the application of sound accounting principles, theories, concepts and practices.
This Accountant position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-11, however a selection can be made at any of the following grade levels: GS-09 OR GS-11. At the GS-09 grade level, you will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11.
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. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Conduct daily examination of various accounting transaction listings, cost reports, financial statements, project fund balances, and work orders.
Analyze and review ADP maintenance listings and determines what additions, modifications, and deletions to databases are needed. Develop, prepare, and revise regulations and information papers for project and revolving fund accounting control and reporting instructions. Serve as a professional accountant applying thorough knowledge of the total accounting system and of well-established accounting principles, techniques, and regulations to a wide variety of transactions.
Manage summary cost accounts verifying validity and accuracy of accounting transactions and data. Determine proper work methods and develop work sheets and forms necessary to complete assignments. Work with systems personnel on design of automated systems to facilitate processing of accounting data. Review work of Accounting Technicians, assign projects and provide training.
Plan, coordinate and perform comprehensive reviews, special studies and selective internal examinations of finance and accounting functions. Review report media, direct and/or prepare and analyze internal and external statements and reports. Analyze and review current general accounting methods and procedures in terms of adequacy and effectiveness; recommend changes, modifications and improvements in operating procedures.
May be required to perform research to determine and certify the availability of funds. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm 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/PD12031A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Notifications: Veterans' preference does not apply to Direct Hire Authority announcements (5 CFR 337.205).
There is no educational substitution at this grade level. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
kimberly.johnson42@va.gov · 224-706-4612
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $68999 – $108533/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-04.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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