Job Listing
Accountant
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 56 days ago
About the Role
The Accountant is responsible for the detailed and efficient operation and control of day to day fiscal activities for the Nebraska Western Iowa Health Care System. An Accountant must be experienced in applying professional accounting concepts and methodologies as well as knowledgeable in accounting functional program characteristics and requirements.
What You'll Do
- →**Please be advised this occupation is may be required to undergo a classification consistency review that may result in a change in title, series, and/or grade if determined by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
- →A "consistency review" is the process that involves a classification review of positions performing work that is identical, or related to an OPM appeal to ensure they are classified consistently and in accordance with OPM standards.
- →If a reduction in grade occurs, you could be eligible for grade and/or pay retention.** The Accountant actively supports the Finance Officer by performing the following duties: The incumbent will review and evaluate information and make authoritative recommendations.
- →In addition, the incumbent is expected to be creative and use his/her background and technical knowledge to problem-solve using various analytical techniques.
- →Employee is responsible for assisting all customers with any technical issues encountered in any electronic system related to finance and/or accounting.
- →Employee must be proficient in the following Microsoft Office or equivalent programs - Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- →Analyzes data trends in accounting operations supporting the preparation and execution of finance and other committee meetings.
- →Researches laws, regulations, and policies related to accounting and fiscal management displaying knowledge of health care system operations.
- →Participates on project teams in lead or support roles identifying and improving operational processes impacting services of the VA health care system as related to finance and accounting.
- →Reviews and reports on facility policies in preparation for surveys, audits, and inspections.
- →Performs research to address costing and processing problems within the finance and accounting section.
- →Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level of GS-11 without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met.
- →Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.
- →Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: This position may be authorized for Ad-Hoc telework.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
- ✓In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
- ✓The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment.
- ✓A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
- ✓Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
- ✓Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 5989d07e-88e0-4ec5-b538-ee67b58887cd
Posted via USAJobs