VCS - Accounting Technician II

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) in Central Office is seeking an Accounting Technician II to support financial processing and reporting for Veterans programs. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment that serves Veterans and their families.

You will process complex financial transactions, coordinate with procurement, ensure data integrity, and help train staff on ERP and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Proficient in automated accounting systems including GL, AR and AP.
• Strong understanding of double-entry accounting and reconciliations.
• Tech-savvy with essential office technology and collaboration tools.
• Detail-oriented processing and correction of financial transactions.
• Advanced MS Office skills and ERP familiarity.
• One year of accounting/bookkeeping experience or coursework.

Responsibilities

• Process & Review Complex Financial Transactions: Deposit, cash movements and reconciliations with compliance.
• Identify & Resolve Vendor Discrepancies: Collaborate with Procurement to fix pricing issues.
• Verify & Input Financial Data: Ensure accuracy before posting to General Ledger.
• Analyze Financial Trends & Identify Discrepancies: Research data for insights and patterns.
• Support Training & Team Development: Provide on‑the‑job guidance on procedures.
• Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Adapt to changing needs as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Team training

Vendor relationships

Education

Accounting coursework or equivalent experience

Tools

General Ledger

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

SharePoint

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Job description

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 II in our Central Office. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families.

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 II in our Central Office. Join our fast-paced environment if you have a passion for our Veterans and their families.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Financial Software & Systems: Skilled in using automated accounting systems - including General Ledger - Accounts Receivable - Accounts Payable - and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for sales - receiving - and retail management.
• Accounting and Financial Accuracy: Strong understanding of double-entry accounting - journal entry recording - and account reconciliation to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Tech Savvy and Adaptable: Proficient in operating essential office technology - including computers - printers - calculators - and communication systems - to effectively perform job functions.
• Detail-Oriented Transaction Processing: Capable of processing and correcting financial transactions across multiple accounting platforms with precision.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Expertise: Experienced in Microsoft Excel - Word - Teams - and Outlook - with the ability to navigate and utilize SharePoint modules essential to the Finance Center.
• Minimum Specialized Qualifying Requirements: One (1) year of experience comparable to the duties of an Accounting Technician or the educational equivalent coursework in accounting/bookkeeping practices.

Duties

• Duties include - but are not limited to - the following: Process & Review Complex Financial Transactions: Accurately review and process accounting transactions - including deposits - cash movements - and reconciliations - ensuring compliance with policies and proper documentation
• Identify & Resolve Vendor Discrepancies: Work closely with the Procurement Division to detect and address discrepancies between vendor invoices and contract pricing - ensure accurate payments - and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Verify & Input Financial Data: Ensure the accuracy and completion of accounting data before entering it into the General Ledger - supporting precise financial reporting
• Analyze Financial Trends & Identify Discrepancies: Research current and historical financial data to identify trends - discrepancies - and patterns - providing insights for further analysis
• Support Training & Team Development: Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members - ensuring adherence to financial procedures - policies - and best practices
• Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.