• Accounting Technician II

    Veterans Canteen Service (St. Louis, MO)


    Salary $56,735

     

    This position closes on 7/24/2025

     

    This is not a remote position

    OVERVIEW:

    Looking for a better work-life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veterans first for an amazing career!

     

    The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is seeking an Accounting Technician.

     

    As an Accounting Technician II, you will be responsible for providing support in the Finance Center.

    DUTIES:

    Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

    Process & Review Complex Financial Transactions: Accurately review and process accounting transactions, including deposits, cash movements, and reconciliations, ensuring compliance with policies and proper documentation.

     

    Identify & Resolve Vendor Discrepancies: Work closely with the Procurement Division to detect and address discrepancies between vendor invoices and contract pricing, ensure accurate payments, and maintain strong vendor relationships.

     

    Verify & Input Financial Data: Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting data before entering it into the General Ledger, supporting precise financial reporting.

     

    Analyze Financial Trends & Identify Discrepancies: Research current and historical financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and patterns, providing insights for further analysis.

     

    Support Training & Team Development: Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members, ensuring adherence to financial procedures, policies, and best practices.

     

    Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

    VCS offers competitive benefits, including:

    + + Opportunities for career advancement.

    + Childcare Subsidy Program.

    + No nights.

    + Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance.

    + Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays.

    + Federal Retirement, Pension.

    + Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass).

    + Visit us at https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the Veterans Canteen Service.

    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

    Proficient in Financial Software & Systems: Skilled in using automated accounting systems, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for sales, receiving, and retail management.

     

    Accounting and Financial Accuracy: Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, journal entry recording, and account reconciliation to ensure accurate financial reporting.

     

    Tech Savvy and Adaptable: Proficient in operating essential office technology, including computers, printers, calculators, and communication systems, to effectively perform job functions.

     

    Detail-Oriented Transaction Processing: Capable of processing and correcting financial transactions across multiple accounting platforms with precision.

     

    Advanced Microsoft Office Expertise: experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, with the ability to navigate and utilize SharePoint modules essential to the Finance Center.

    Minimum Specialized Qualifying Requirements:

    + One (1) year of experience comparable to the duties of an Accounting Technician or the educational equivalent coursework in accounting/bookkeeping practices.

     

    NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume.

     

    Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.