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VCS - Accounts Payable Manager

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Summary

The VCS Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is conducting a recruitment search for an Accounts Payable Manager in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center.

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Summary

The VCS Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is conducting a recruitment search for an Accounts Payable Manager in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center.

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Saint Louis, MO

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $91,781 - $91,781 per year Pay scale & grade

VC 15

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0505 Financial Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number CBAD-13039973-26-NJ Control number 880765800

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Recent graduates

Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Duties

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Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and Develop Finance Staff: Directly and indirectly supervise Finance Division employees, including supervisory and lead accounting technicians, certification officers, transportation assistants, and accounting technicians. Provide guidance, direction, and support to ensure effective performance.
• Establish Financial Policies and Procedures: Develop and implement nationwide operating policies and procedures related to financial reporting, accounting, and supplier payments to promote consistency and efficiency across VCS.
• Manage Financial Information Systems: Develop and maintain management information systems that provide timely, accurate, and reliable financial and operational data to support Division and Finance Center decision-making.
• Ensure Accounting Compliance: Develop plans and procedures to implement new or revised accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and applicable Federal policies.
• Oversee Supplier Payments: Direct supplier payment activities and validate supplier statements to ensure invoices, payments, credits, and adjustments are processed accurately and timely.
• Maximize Financial Savings: Oversee supplier payment schedules to maximize available cash discounts and ensure interest payments are made in accordance with established supplier terms.
• Manage Federal Travel Programs: Direct and oversee Temporary Duty (TDY) and Permanent Change of Station (PCS) travel, ensuring compliance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and VA policies. Ensure travel expenses are accurately recorded and processed promptly.
• Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

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Conditions of employment

As a Condition of Employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• Your performance and conduct
• The needs and interests of the agency
• Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government
• Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service

Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Additional Conditions of Employment include:

• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to background/security investigation.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field, such as Business Administration, Finance, or Public Administration, that includes or is supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. Up to 6 semester hours of business law may be included.

OR

• Combination of Education and Experience: At least 4 years of accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of college-level education, accounting experience, and training that demonstrates professional accounting knowledge. Qualifying applicants must have one of the following:

• 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing, including up to 6 semester hours of business law; or

• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) obtained through written examination.

• Official transcripts must be provided to verify qualifying education.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices, with extensive experience applying these principles to ensure compliance with applicable laws, U.S. Treasury requirements, and Veteran Affairs regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal Travel Regulations and related policies.

SPECIALIZED REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the normal career progression for the occupation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including developing employee performance plans and fairly evaluating employee performance based on individual accomplishments and results.
• Experience managing Accounts Payable modules within a financial management system, including understanding how subsidiary ledger activity impacts the general ledger and overall financial results.

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package that includes:

• Resume
• Transcripts

The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50s (current/former Federal Employees), etc.

• Most recent SF-50
• Performance Appraisal
• Separation Notice (RIF)

Veterans Preference: Since the Veterans Canteen Service falls under 38 U.S.C. 7802, traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified Veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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All applicants are encouraged to apply online. All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/24/2026 to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 8/24/26 to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Nastashia Johnson

Email Nastashia.Johnson@va.gov Address VCS Central Office

1 Jefferson Barracks Drive Bldg. 25

St. Louis, MO 63125

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package that includes:

• Resume
• Transcripts

The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50s (current/former Federal Employees), etc.

• Most recent SF-50
• Performance Appraisal
• Separation Notice (RIF)

Veterans Preference: Since the Veterans Canteen Service falls under 38 U.S.C. 7802, traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified Veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Help

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/24/2026 to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 8/24/26 to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.

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Agency contact information

Nastashia Johnson

Email Nastashia.Johnson@va.gov Address VCS Central Office

1 Jefferson Barracks Drive Bldg. 25

St. Louis, MO 63125

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Veterans Health Administration

Since 1946 Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefit to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Healthcare system, the largest Healthcare system in the United States. VCS is a program office in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) that is Veteran facing, providing Americas Veterans enrolled in VAs Health Care System, their families, caregivers, and VA employees reasonably priced merchandise and services essential to their comfort and well-being. The VCS operates cafés, retail stores, coffee shops, and vending machines across the country.

Agency contact information

Nastashia Johnson

Email Nastashia.Johnson@va.gov Address VCS Central Office

1 Jefferson Barracks Drive Bldg. 25

St. Louis, MO 63125

US

Summary

The VCS Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is conducting a recruitment search for an Accounts Payable Manager in our Finance Center. In this role, you will report to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and play a critical role in the operations of the Finance Center.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Saint Louis, MO

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $91,781 - $91,781 per year Pay scale & grade

VC 15

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0505 Financial Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number CBAD-13039973-26-NJ Control number 880765800

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