Senior Accounting Technician (Cash Reconciliation) chez Department of the Air Force

Not Required

Duties

Assists the Branch Chief in the daily integration of reported multi-million dollar deposits, disbursements, and cash transfers into the Cash Management Investment Program (CMIP) extract within the Oracle system. Maintains the cash control summary report (CCS) for a variety of funds to include MWR, lodging, Civilian Welfare Fund, etc. detailing every CMIP entry and systematically records entries to the general ledger. Leads one or two accounting technicians and is responsible for reconciling the cash and credit card accounts for a specific MAJCOM and bases under its command. Provides work instruction and on-the-job training. Reports to supervisor on employee progress, performance, training needs, and disciplinary problems. Plans and directs the AFSFMS cash reconciliation processing streams to ensure all reporting and system interfaces are functioning properly. Assists in analyzing and isolating daily reporting and integration problems and develops solutions to maintain system integrity, accountability, and internal controls. Reconciles MAJCOM/base CMIP accounts and credit card charges with general ledger each month and prepares/issues AF Form 1736 CMIP verification reports. Performs the full range of cash reconciliation duties through the use of the AFSFMS using double-entry accrual accounting methods which includes cash and charge receipts clearing. Performs tasks and verifies the accuracy of manual and Oracle automated cash management processes to ensure bank reconciliation is providing accurate balances. Plans and directs the AFSFMS cash reconciliation processing streams to ensure all reporting and system interfaces are functioning properly. Assists in analyzing and isolating daily reporting and integration problems and develops solutions to maintain system integrity, accountability, and internal controls. Reconciles MAJCOM/base CMIP accounts and credit card charges with general ledger each month and prepares/issues AF Form 1736 CMIP Verification Reports. Performs the full range of cash reconciliation duties through the use of the AFSFMS using double-entry accrual accounting methods which include cash and charge receipts clearing. Performs tasks and verifies the accuracy of manual and Oracle automated cash management processes to ensure bank reconciliation is providing an accurate balances. Performs cash forecasting related tasks and creates analysis to identify surplus cash, detect currency imbalances and identify insufficient cash flow. Performs tasks to detect error or fraud and gathers valid data, prepares, and edits, draft audit reports. Uses expert knowledge of the overall accounting system, performs financial analysis to identify, outline, and resolve discrepancies and/or out of balance conditions in the Oracle cash management system. Develops SSC notices to MAJCOM/bases for immediate notification of any system failures/difficulties in financial reporting. Manages SSC internal/MAJCOM/base resolution program (Remedy) within the branch to provide immediate response to customer queries. Collects supporting information from the CMIP and other software applications in coordination with Agency personnel concerning banking, retirement funds, investments, and other centrally funded programs. Works closely with other Divisions and VFTB Banking in relations to daily banking transactions reflected on each CMIP account. Performs other duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12785282

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/04/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Progressively responsible accounting work with a comprehensive understanding of double-entry accrual methods, procedures, and techniques; analyzing complex cash reconciliation and banking relationships involving cash deposits, check and electronic fund disbursements, and inter/intra bank fund transfers; and proficiency in subsidiary and ledger reconciliation, cash/bank reconciliation, and cash forecasting. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of Air Force Non-Appropriated Funds accounting practices and procedures. Experience with AFSFMS, and proficiency in using Oracle system reports and tools for cash reconciliation processes. Familiarity with Deposit Validation Reports, CMIP verification reports, Chase Paymentech online reports. Proficiency communicating verbally and in writing. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. **NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration. All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s). **Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position. (Format example: Employer name, position title, beginning and ending dates of employment, with summary of duties, etc.)

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Other Information

Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.