VCS Accounting Technician

Summary

Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career! With over 80 years of serving our nation's Veterans - the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic Accounting Technician I for our St. Louis - MO Central Office. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families!

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Office & Technology

Skills:

Ability to operate standard office equipment and tools - including calculators - computers - printers - and phones - to perform daily job functions. Microsoft Office & Collaboration Tools:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Word
- Teams - and Outlook - with the ability to learn and use SharePoint modules utilized within the Finance Center. Accounting Systems Awareness:
Basic understanding of automated accounting or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems - with the ability to process routine transactions and assist with corrections using established procedures. Foundational Accounting Knowledge:
Introductory knowledge of accounting concepts - including general ledger activity - accounts payable and receivable - journal entries - and basic account reconciliation. Policy
- Controls & Learning Orientation:
Ability to learn agency policies - internal controls - vendor practices - and canteen accounting structures to ensure accurate processing and proper safeguarding of assets.

• Duties include - but are not limited to the following:
  Policy & Documentation Review:
  Reviews documentation to ensure required information is submitted in alignment with established VCS Policies and Procedures
• Support & Issue Resolution :
  Assists with responding to inquiries submitted through the ticketing portal and follows up on open items until issues are resolved and invoices t) “ … ?
• Invoice Processing Support:
  Supports invoice processing by routing approved invoices for accounts payable - assisting with unmatched invoices - and completing manual matches under established guidelines
• Cash Discrepancy Documentation:
  Prepares routine communications related to cash discrepancies and banking - reviews supporting documentation - and enters verified accounting information into the system
• Variance Review & Escalation:
  Assists with reviewing daily cash variances - escalates items exceeding set tolerances to supervisory staff - and supports adjustments or journal entries as directed
• Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility:
  Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.