Accounting Technician

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MAJOR DUTIES: Incumbent performs a wide range of tasks involving the maintenance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of financial account data and the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and theories in the management of financial accounts and operations and other related activities. Work assignments may encompass both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Obtains missing or corrected data and information from supporting documents and/or the program manager. Maintains an internal control system and follows procedures. Rec
Incumbent maintains and reconciles budget and accounting records by implementing principles of accounting and double entry bookkeeping.  Processes Daily Activity Report Summaries (DARS).  Supporting financial data received from each MWR department is utilized to prepare the official accounting document and or transaction for each submission to MWR Southeast Regional Business Office.
Works daily with automated accounting system, SAP and applicable corresponding programs. Prepares General Journal Vouchers for inter-company transfers and end of month balance sheet account movements.  Reviews, examines, verifies and analyzes a variety of income documents for validity and accuracy.  Conducts Cash Handling Training for new employees and is the Petty Cash Fund custodian for MWR.
Interacts with program managers and regional accounting staff to ensure timely processing of DAR’s. Supports program managers by answering questions and providing guidance.    

Incumbent will perform quarterly cash count audits to meet requirements set forth in local Standard Operating Procedures.

Assists Business Manager with routine inquiries and tasks, other duties as assigned.  

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:  Knowledge of and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and theories to perform tasks in an integrated double entry accrual accounting system to review and analyze financial information; and to maintain routine accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals.
Knowledge of related functional areas, finance, to investigate and resolve errors, incompatible information, or other similar discrepancies using well-established approaches. Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer, to include automates accounting systems, point of sale systems and standard office applications, sufficient to input a range of standard information or adjustments, understand recurring error reports and take corrective action, and generate a variety of standard reports.
Must be able to type 45 words per minute.  Must be able to exercise tact and courtesy and use good judgment in carrying on public contacts by phone and in person

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  This position is required to do considerable sitting, typing, computer and telephone work. Incumbent is required to visit facilities to conduct quarterly cash counts.

NOTE:  Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of closing date. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee will be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer where employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, contact CNIC NAF EEO Service Center: 1-866-295-0320 or MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil for more information.  The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case by basis.

HOW TO APPLY:   All interested applicants should submit an application OR resume in one of the following ways:

BY FAX TO: (904) 542-3424

SUBMIT VIA EMAIL (preferred) TO:  nasjax.mwrjobapps@us.navy.mil

NAF Application form and Request for Military Spouse Preference form can be picked up at the MWR Personnel Office or can be downloaded from navymwrjacksonville.com under the "Jobs" tab.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: If requesting any type of employment preference, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application/resume to prove preference eligibility. The submission of a preference does not guarantee a position as applicant still must be highly qualified with the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements of each submittal.  

*If claiming Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc). is required.

*If claiming Gold Star Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-1300 as well as any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.) is required.

*If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.

*If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.

*Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.

SPOUSAL PREFERENCE:  Spousal Preference can be used only once to gain regular full time employment in the commuting area but may be used multiple times for flexible type position.
To prove eligibility, you must submit the following with your resume/application:

  • Request for Military Spouse Preference form
  • Copy of spouses’ orders that state the “Ultimate Activity” is within the average commuting distance to NAS Jacksonville.
  • A copy of the marriage certificate that provides proof that marriage occurred prior to the issuance of the orders. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employment is contingent upon a successfully completed and positively adjudicated National Agency Check (NACI) or higher background clearance as required by the position or local security requirements.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.