VCS - Supervisory Accountant

Veterans Health Administration; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in St. Louis, MO is recruiting a Supervisory Accountant to lead day-to-day operations in the Finance Center.

The role reports to a Finance Manager and oversees staff, performs financial analysis, reconciliations, and year-end support to ensure accurate reporting. The position requires strong proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, plus collaboration with stakeholders to drive improvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise daily operations of staff.
• Strong financial analysis and reconciliation skills.
• Experience analyzing financial data and advising management.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily operations of assigned staff, including work assignments and scheduling.
• Analyzes financial transactions and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Prepares routine financial reports and assists with year-end closeout activities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Analysis

Data Analysis

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Veterans Canteen Service - Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is conducting a recruitment search for a Supervisory Accountant in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to a Finance Manager and play an integral role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Finance Center.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Team Leadership & Operational Oversight: Supervises and directs daily operations of assigned staff, including work assignments, scheduling, leave approval, performance management, employee development, and resolution of workplace issues.

Financial Analysis & Account Reconciliation: Analyzes financial transactions and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper financial reporting. Financial Reporting & Year-End Support: Prepares routine financial reports and assists with fiscal year-end closeout activities to support organizational financial operations.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement: Develops procedural guidance and provides recommendations for improvements to accounting processes, policies, and automated financial systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Data Analysis & Management Support: Evaluates financial and statistical data and advises management by recommending solutions to complex financial or operational issues.

Training, Collaboration & Program Support: Participates in organizational meetings, delivers training, develops instructional materials, and collaborates with stakeholders to support Finance Center initiatives Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $73772 – $73772/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Graduates' hiring path.