Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Summary

The Accountant supports the Health Care System Chief Financial officer and Accounting Section Supervisor. The employee performs duties consistent with accounting principles, standards, and related requirements prescribed by the Controller General of the U.S.

This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.205) for this occupation.

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Please be advised this occupation 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.

• Apply established principles, techniques and theories of accounting to the finance operation in a professional manner.
• Classify, record, control, report, and analyze financial data to show the cost of carrying our responsibilities, provide a basis for financial planning, and provide data for evaluating performance.
• Render technical advice on all phases of accounting matters including the analysis and interpretation of pertinent accounting data.
• Provide technical advice on the form and content of financial statements for use by local management.
• Conduct analysis of initial or irregular transactions which present accounting procedural problems.
• Develop appropriate methods of accounting for transactions not sufficiently covered by existing procedures consistent with established guidance.
• Conduct periodic internal and external audits and other reports.
• Evaluate and recommend new controls or the deletion of present controls which may be ineffective.
• Perform reviews of accounting transactions and financial audits.
• Prepare financial reports.
• Receive documents for obligation against appropriated funds.
• Reconcile accounts by comparing balances with related data to assure agreement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level 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.

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

This position may be authorized for Ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

This is not a virtual position.

Accountant/PD23480A and PD23478A

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The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

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• 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL  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,…