Accounting Technician AP - INT

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Opening Date: 22 May 2026. Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NF-0525-03. Closing Date:
Until Filled.

Work Schedule:

Intermittent (0‑19 hours/week). Position:
Accounting Technician AP. Pay: $20.13/hour + DOE.

Location:

Chesapeake, VA.

• Under supervision, performs a variety of general accounting tasks to compile, prepare, review, and verify financial and statistical records in support of the Finance Directorate.
• Creates, organizes, maintains, and updates files and records using database and spreadsheet software, other online applications, and manual systems; maintains an audit trail of documents and records; creates report formats and prepares necessary accounting and financial reports based on retrieved data as requested; develops and maintains spreadsheets, journals, ledgers, logs, worksheets, and other records.
• Classifies accounting transactions, verifying the accuracy and completeness of the accounting data; summarizes transactions and prepares control documents or other posting documents reflecting the entries to be made.
• Communicates with and provides technical support to internal and external clients by collecting and providing specialized information, answering questions, and assisting clients in interpreting and following proper accounting procedures; assists in training other staff in complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Abstracts data reflecting financial condition and operating results; presents this data in the form of statements and reports; examines accounts to verify accuracy and adequacy of supporting data; prepares worksheets or reports reflecting examinations made, discrepancies noted, and corrective entries required to adjust accounts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates possession of accepted accounting principles and practices, experience with accounting software, accounting functions and performing accounting duties.
• Intermediate experience with Excel.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.

• Associate’s Degree in accounting from an accredited university.

• Residency Requirements:
  Non‑U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System.
• Must satisfactorily complete a federal background check and all pre‑employment requirements, which may include background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and other requirements applicable to this position.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term/Long‑Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance

All candidates will be considered without regard to any non‑merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.