Federal Accountant — Budget & Compliance (10% TDY)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in the Vicksburg District seeks an experienced accountant at GS-07 to support budgetary data preparation and financial reporting. The role requires precision, timeliness, and adherence to federal accounting standards.

You will assist in budgeting, input data into automated accounting systems, and contribute to maintaining robust internal controls. Prior government finance exposure is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 24 accounting hours.
• 4 years accounting experience acceptable with proper education.
• Ability to obtain Financial Management Certification Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Provide program and district managers with accurate and timely financial information.
• Review and analyze accounts and evaluate account balances.
• Provide professional financial accounting service for the Vicksburg District.
• Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls of automated systems for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Budgeting data

Automated accounting systems

Budgetary review

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting databases

Job description

US Army Corps of Engineers in the Vicksburg District seeks an experienced accountant at GS-07 to support budgetary data preparation and financial reporting. The role requires precision, timeliness, and adherence to federal accounting standards.

You will assist in budgeting, input data into automated accounting systems, and contribute to maintaining robust internal controls. Prior government finance exposure is beneficial.