Accounting Technician

Apply online through 07/06/2026 at: https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/873638300This is NOT a remote work opportunity. Position(s) located in: * Limestone, ME * Indianapolis, IN * Rome, NY * Cleveland, OH * Columbus, OHDuties * Duties will be developmental in nature when the position is filled below the full performance level. * Researches accounting data and performs balancing and reconciling of accounts. * Processes all types of accounting transactions and requests for establishment of additional accounting records. * Verifies the accuracy, completeness, and validity of a wide variety of accounting functions/transactions including: obligations; accrued expenditures; disbursements; appropriation refunds; reimbursable orders; earnings and collections. * Assists in implementing and maintaining Internal Control Program requirements to protect against waste, fraud, and abuse. * Researches current accounts, historical data, source documents, etc., to develop and explain detailed information not otherwise readily available.RequirementsConditions of employment * ***This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections below for instructions.*** * Suitable for Federal Employment * Registered for Selective Service (if applicable) * Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification * This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. * Must be a U.S. Citizenship or National * New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov. * This announcement will be used to fill current and anticipated future vacancies. * Onboarding is dependent upon favorable security/suitability determination and availability of work and vacancies. In some cases, individuals may not be employed for six months or more from the time they are approved by security. * Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. * All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply online, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.QualificationsThis announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-05 or GS-06. One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required (GS-04 if applying for GS-05 and GS-05 if applying for GS-06). GS-05 Specialized experience is defined as: performing financial duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures to include reviewing documents for accuracy or inputting financial/accounting information into an automated system or correcting invalid/incorrect transactions. GS-06 Specialized experience is defined as: working with accounting systems, policies, and procedures of the examination, verification and maintenance of accounts and accounting data; AND/OR validating, monitoring, and maintaining accounting transactions and accounting records; AND/OR reconciling subsidiary ledgers to general ledgers for accounts. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide va