Accounting technician Jobs in Charleston, SC

Summary

About the position : This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Resource Management Office at Charleston Air Force Base.

Duties

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Performs accounting duties using double entry accrual accounting methods. Assists in verifying and tracking daily activity submissions of accounting documents in order to ensure completeness of information and accuracy before approval within the non-appropriated fund Data Interface System (NAFDIS).

Accounting Liaison is responsible for checking accounting strings and the accuracy of numbers posted by activities before approving and forwarding to the Shared Service Center (SSC). Verifies disbursement request that are manually submitted by activities are correct and required back-up documentation is submitted on time.

Researches and posts all needed corrections to activity financial statements by submitting General Ledger Accounting Forms (GLAFs) within system. Collects, tracks and files all activity hard copies of daily business paperwork. Research inquiries for both SSC, Accounting Office and activities.

Submits inquiries to the SSC on behalf of activities as needed to reconcile or resolve issues and tracks inquiries received within organization box by responding on a timely basis to avoid elevation to next level. Submit proof of receipt, and other documents requested by SSC in order to expedite vendor payments and ensure prompt payment act requirements are followed.

Reconciles required balance sheet subsidiary records monthly to general ledger control accounts. Conducts training with activity Point of Sale (POS) systems such as Aloha, Qubica and from the Non Appropriated Resale Inventory System (NAFRIS). Posts utility and other established accruals, outstanding orders, capital requirements, lodging assessments, travel reimbursements, utility payments, and other monthly routine transactions deemed necessary to post to general ledger.

Process Petty cash disbursements and replenishments. Collects, processes and assists with the submission of prepaids, property and transfer forms. Keeps supervisor informed of inappropriate transactions committed by activities, lateness in submission of daily paperwork, and missing paperwork by tracking within error log.

Position is a position of trust.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application : https : / / apply.usastaffing.gov / ViewQuestionnaire / 12848727

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

Qualifications

Who May Apply : Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and / or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12 / 18 / 2025

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse / Widow / Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience :

Applicant must have at least two years of experience in accounting. Must have a comprehensive knowledge of fund accounting methods, procedures, and techniques used in maintaining and analyzing all classes of accounts within the Air Force Services Financial Management System (AFSFMS) for a number of diversified activities.

Ability to interpret financial reports. Knowledge and understanding of regulations, Guides and precedents sufficient to interpret and apply them in a variety of accounting situations. Ability to operate a computer. Capable of utilizing Microsoft programs such as Work, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Writing ability to prepare reports is also required.

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At least nine accredited semester hours in accounting or finance in place of two years of accounting experience.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position DOES NOT allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION : Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

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.

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