Accounting Technician

I.  INTRODUCTION

This position is located in the Finance Office of the Support Services Division, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department (MWR), Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay (NSGB). The primary purpose of this position is to perform accounting duties using double entry accounting methods in support of financial business office.

II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a wide range of tasks involving the maintenance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of financial accounting data and the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and theories in the management of financial accounts and operations and other related activities.

  • Posts general ledger accounts from original documents received utilizing the principles of accounting and double entry bookkeeping.
  • Reviews, examines, verifies, and analyzes for validity, completeness and accuracy.
  • 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.
  • Extracts information from several sources ensuring that all required information is included.
  • Verifies purchase orders and other procurement documents to ensure purchases are authorized and invoices are reconciled for payment to vendors.
  • Maintains an internal control system and follow procedures.
  • Verifies transfer documents, reconcile DAR clearing account and post inventory submissions.
  • Inventory responsibilities include calculating monthly cost of goods sold figures.
  • Tracks and maintains inventory records.
  • Maintains files of all source documents, correspondence and messages pertaining to financial records and accounting data.
  • Types all necessary reports, documents, and memorandum as required.
  • At the end of the accounting month, ensures accuracy of all assigned general ledger postings, reconciles general ledger balances with subsidiary ledgers and closes assigned accounts.
  • Reports imbalances to supervisor for guidance.
  • May print checks or prepare electronic funds transfer documents
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

III. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • A high school graduate with at least one year of experience in accounting and budgeting or comprehensive knowledge gained through relevant education
  • Knowledge of and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GMP) 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.
  • Ability to read, review and analyze financial statements, reports, accounting 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 basic math and able to use a 10 key calculator.
  • Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer, to include automated accounting 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.
  • Knowledge of frequently used and clearly stated procedures and regulations to respond to recurring questions from vendors, agency or activity personnel, customers, and others.

Required to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check background screening with Inquiries (NACI) and SECNAV 5512/1, in accordance with current CNIC policy.

This position requires the incumbent to drive a vehicle around the installation. A valid driver’s license is required at the time of hire.

EVALUATION: Candidates will be evaluated on quality and nature of the experience pertinent to the position.  Application must show sufficient knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the full range of duties of the Accounting Technician. 

Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to address the above job requirements and submit with application. Applications should include all experience including dates of employment, training, education, or other information that is relevant to the announced vacancy.

HOW TO APPLY: 

  • Resume, including month and year of employment for each position (required)
  • Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume.
  • 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 Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders (applicable for NF-03 and below or equivalent).
  • 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.
  • If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.

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. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. 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.

 

Submit resume to: NAF HR Office, PSC 1005 Box 19, FPO AA, 34009, you can drop at Bldg. 2124 (old school house, behind Windjammer) or e-mail resume to:  lakeitra.d.spight.naf@us.navy.mil with the job title and number (#2023-032) in the subject line and on your resume. Failure to include this information will result in not being considered for the position.

As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit upon hire.

The Department of Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.  

NOTE: Management reserves the right to fill the vacancy by methods other than merit staffing procedures (i.e., non-competitive placements in lieu of, or as exceptions to competitive procedures), or cancel the vacancy announcement at any time during the recruitment process.