Summary The VCS Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO., is conducting a recruitment search for an Accounting Tech II in our Finance Center. In this position, you will report to the Supervisory Accountant and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center. Responsibilities Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: 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 completeness of accounting data before entering it into the General Ledger, supporting precise financial reporting. Analyze Financial Trends & Identify Discrepancies: Conduct research on current and historical financial data, identify trends, discrepancies, and patterns, and provide 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. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-Orientated 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. NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume. Education Additional Information