Accounting Technician

US National Gallery of Art; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC seeks qualified candidates for a government accounting role at the GS-08/09 levels. Applicants must demonstrate specialized accounting experience and the ability to apply established codes and procedures, reconcile routine transactions, and correct recurring discrepancies.

The position requires meeting all qualification criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

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

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.