Starting Salary $ 63692 OVERVIEW: Looking for a better work-life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran’s first for an amazing career! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Accountant. This position reports to the Chief Accountant. In this role, you will be involved in the day-to-day operations of the VCS Finance Center, implementing and monitoring policies and procedures on a National level. DUTIES: Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Analyzes and reconciles a variety of accounts and transactions. Formulates a variety of routine financial reports and assists in year-end close-out. Prepares procedural instructions to be used in the development or modification of automated accounting systems and/or specific program areas. Assists management in applying financial data and recommends alternatives to resolve difficult issues. Resolves differences between the general ledger and subsidiary accounts. Analyzes financial and statistical data. Participates in meetings or engages in direct discussions regarding Finance Center business. Conducts training and/or writes training programs. Provides feedback concerning policies, procedures, automated systems on how business practices could be improved. Performs other duties as assigned.   VCS offers competitive benefits, including: Child Care Subsidy Program Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass) Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan Visit us at https://www.vacanteen.va.gov/ for more information about the Veterans Canteen Service.