Accounting Technician I

Full Job Description

Are you seeking a better work-life balance? Join an exceptional organization that prioritizes Veterans for an outstanding career!

With over 78 years of serving our nation's Veterans, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is currently seeking a dynamic General Manager for our Saint Louis, MO Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center Canteen.

Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families, along with prior multi-unit experience.

A current, valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.

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.

NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume. Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length, or they will be disqualified. Major Duties:

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

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.