Accounting Technician

National Gallery of Art; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC seeks an accounting specialist at the GS-08/09 level to manage cash receipts, reconciliations, and record-keeping in a federal-style environment. You will ensure accurate application of accounting codes and maintain audit-ready documents.

The role requires US citizenship and eligibility for federal employment, with duties coordinating with Treasury and internal offices to resolve discrepancies and ensure payment integrity.

Qualifications

• Specialized Experience Statement: GS-08 requires at least one year of specialized experience applying accounting codes/procedures and reconciling routine transactions.
• Specialized Experience Statement: GS-09 requires at least one year independently performing complex accounting-support work, reconciling multi-source cash activity and coordinating resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and record cash receipts, deposits, and related accounting transactions.
• Reconcile cash activity to bank, Treasury, and financial-system records; research discrepancies.
• Apply appropriate accounting codes and maintain supporting documentation and audit-ready records.
• Respond to customer and internal-office inquiries regarding payments, accounts, and transaction status.
• Resolve complex/nonstandard issues and coordinate corrective actions with Finance, Treasury, and other offices.

Job description

The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Millions of people come through our doors each year, with even more online, making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Our renowned collection includes over 160,000 works of art, from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.

Duties

• Process, verify, and accurately record cash receipts, deposits, and related accounting transactions.
• Reconcile cash activity to bank, Treasury, and financial-system records; research and resolve discrepancies.
• Apply appropriate accounting codes and maintain complete supporting documentation and audit-ready records.
• Respond to customer and internal-office inquiries regarding payments, accounts, and transaction status.
• Resolve complex/nonstandard issues and coordinate corrective actions with Finance, Treasury, and other offices.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements.
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website. It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this job announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience.

This position is being advertised under Delegated Examining procedures under this announcement; NGA-26-271-DE

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience Statement: To qualify for the GS-08 candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-07 level in the Federal service or private sector applying established accounting codes/procedures; reconciling routine transactions; AND researching/correcting recurring discrepancies.

Specialized Experience Statement: To qualify for the GS-09 candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-08 level in the Federal service or private sector independently performing complex accounting-support work; reconciling multi-source cash activity; resolving nonstandard discrepancies/corrections, applying accounting policies/controls, and coordinating resolution of issues with internal offices/customers.

OPM Qualifications Standard: Individual Occupational Requirements: None

Associated Group standard: Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Clerical and Administrative Support Positions

Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria: None

Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level.

One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level.

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions.

Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

Additional information

The National Gallery of Art fosters a fair workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The EEO policy is found at: https://www.nga.gov/employment-opportunities/equal-employment-opportunity

More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.

This position is not included in the bargaining unit.

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center - Equal employment opportunity policy

Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/reasonable-accommodation

Veterans Information: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans

Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities

• Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
• Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
• Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
• Other Special Appointment Authorities

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

To learn more, please consult the following resources:

• Disability Employment - Reasonable Accommodations (OPM)
• How to contact an agency

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.

Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/

Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp

Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp

Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp

Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.