Accounting Technician
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Annapolis, MD - USA
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Job Summary
The Accounting Technician reviews and processes various accounting documents including customer and vendor transactions for all organizations within the Business Services Division Accounting Office. Responsible for the accuracy of accounting information and of the processing of financial documents the employee organizes accounting transactions maintains and reconciles accounts closes accounts and prepares reports and statements analyzes accounting data and examines accounts.
The Accounting Technician reviews and processes various accounting documents including customer and vendor transactions for all organizations within the Business Services Division Accounting Office in the U.S. Naval Academys Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Annapolis MD. Responsible for the accuracy of accounting information and of the processing of financial documents the employee organizes accounting transactions maintains and reconciles accounts closes accounts and prepares reports and statements analyzes accounting data and examines accounts.
- Matches all invoices to receiving reports by purchase order number
- Verifies correctness of invoices and credits by comparing to receiving reports and charge back forms
- Prepares invoice apron forms for disbursements and verifies that all information on the forms is correct
- Processes invoices by keying into the accounting system of record
- Processes payments double checking that the keyed information from the apron forms is correct and making corrections when necessary
- Assists in reviewing credit card reconciliation packages for the NABSD credit card program
- Assist other employees in solving reconciliation problems and provides instructions when necessary
- Maintains accurate vendor information
- Runs monthly reports and verifies accuracy
- Oversees accounting office maintenance issues such as repairs to copier and postage machines
- Assists with special projects as needed and assigned
- Filing necessary to perform duties
- Performs cashier or teller duties in the absence of other personnel
- Assists the Accounting Officer with various administrative and accounting related tasks
- Will participate in the general administrative routine of the Accounting Department by determining supply needs of personnel and participating in the ordering process
- Assists accounts receivable technician with accounts receivable functions and programs.
- In the absence of the Accounting Officer the incumbent will operate independently. The incumbent is held responsible for accounting functions and programs. Performs other related duties as assigned
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance requires 18 years of age
- Males born after December 31 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required - We are an E-Verify participant
- Probationary period: Full Time employees serve a one-year probationary period.
- U.S. Citizenship is required for Tier 3 Positions
- Reference Checks
- Must be able to understand and communicate in English
- Participation in Direct Deposit
- Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
In order to meet the basic requirement of the Accounting Technician position NFyou must meet one of the following requirements:
a) Possess one (1) year of specialized experience in an Accounting Financial or Bookkeeping role that equipped you to perform successfully the duties of this position.; OR
b) five (5) years of education beyond high school; OR
c) three (3) years of general work experience.
YOU WILL BE RATED ON THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs) FOR THIS POSITION:
1. Experience performing daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations.
2. Hands-on experience processing transactions in an ERP/accounting system. Experience using any of the following is preferred: Sage Oracle NetSuite SAP QuickBooks Enterprise.
3. Demonstrated ability to accurately perform high-volume numerical data entry with minimal processing errors.
4. Proficiency using Microsoft Suite (MS Excel MS Word) and Google Workspace (Google Docs Sheets Drive) to organize financial data and information.
5. Ability to research and resolve AP/AR discrepancies and POS system errors within standard 24-72 hour resolution windows.
As an Accounting Technician with NABSD youll have the exciting and fulfilling opportunity to directly support the Brigade of Midshipmen and help shape our nations future this role youll collaborate across more than 20 diverse departments from retail and dining to support services and administration bringing vital financial precision to our mission! Full time scheduling 8-hour weekday shifts.
Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process. Applicants may be required to provide proof of education complete a pre-hire health screening etc. DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability marital status political affiliation or other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Benefits include: Medical Dental Life Long Term Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Automatic Retirement Enrollment 401(k) Roth 401(k) and 401(k) Loan options; and Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual.
Perks: Use of the Brigade Sports Complex Shop at the Midshipmen Store and the Navy Exchange Potential membership eligibility at the Naval Academy Club Use of MWR facilities Eligible to join Navy Federal Credit Union Eligible for childcare with CDC & NAPS Use of Employee Assistance Program Possible paid Holidays.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC
