Accounting Technician Job in Buckley AFB, CO

Vacancy No. 26-6VFSR409171 Department United States Space Force
Salary $23.50 to $23.50 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/2/2026 Close Date 7/31/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Buckley AFB, CO


Accounting Technician

Department of the Air Force
United States Space Force

Summary


.About the position: This position will be assigned to the Accounting Office at Buckley SFB, CO

This position is considered Regular Full Time. The position is guaranteed 35 hours. As a regular employee, you are eligible for accrued leave and benefits, including medical, life insurance, 401(k), and retirement. The starting pay rate for this position is $23.50 per hour.

This job is open to

The public

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

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a full range of accounting duties using double-entry accrual accounting methods. Classifies and verifies a wide variety of accounting documents in order to assure their mathematical correctness, completeness of information, and to prepare control sheets with appropriate accounting codes. Maintains double-entry bookkeeping, journals and subsidiary ledgers, posting entries to establish accounts. Prepares monthly balances, reconciles accounts, and transcribes to general ledger for closeout of all accounts. Reports prepared may include profit and loss statements, financial statements, and miscellaneous financial reporting data. Incumbent may also be responsible for the following : Private Organization Program to include being the focal point between FSS and the organizations ensuring each organization (official/unofficial) has required documentation on file before fundraisers are approved, review requirements annually and provide a documented status report. Tracks Special Morale and Welfare funds to ensure all requests are within regulatory guidance, funds are balanced monthly, and quarterly reports are prepared on time and accurately to meet AFSVA deadlines. Performs other related duties as assigned.


If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12998893

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
Must have experience in work which provided comprehensive knowledge of fund accounting methods, procedures, and techniques used in maintaining and analyzing all classes of accounts in accounting system encompassing a number of diversified activities, ability to prepare financial settlements and reports. Knowledge and understanding of the regulations, guides and precedents sufficient to interpret and apply them in a variety of accounting situations. Knowledge of the accounting system sufficient to flow individual funds and specific monies from initiation through expenditure stages in order to trace discrepancies in the system. Must be fluent in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds. A pre-employment physical and NACI (National Agency Check with Inquiries) are required. Position is a Position of Trust.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Ensures integrity and accountability of the system, maintains and guard against compromise of those systems. Work is to be accomplished in accordance with applicable regulations, directives and other guidance. Meets suspense in a timely manner producing an acceptable quality product. Works independently with minimal supervision. Regularly keeps supervisor informed of progress and advises supervisor of any significant developments that may impact plans. Provides useful and accurate products to serviced organizations. Provides total customer service to internal and external customers in a courteous and professional manner. Periodically conducts self-evaluation to determine effectiveness of the program and compliance with accounting and regulatory guidelines. Normally demonstrates effective organization of workflow through planning documents and prioritizing of work.

TRAINING
All formal and informal training applicable to this position, as deemed necessary by the supervisor.


Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does 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.

Additional information

  • Information on COVID-19 vaccination requirements may be found at: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.
  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • 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.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Diploma/ GED
  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/31/2026 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

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Agency contact information

Buckley NAF HR Office
Email
460fss.nafhro@us.af.mil
Address
Buckley Resource Management Flight
460 FSS/FSCN
18401 East A-Basin Ave, MS-97
Buckley SFB, CO 80011-9500
US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

United States Space Force

Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) at Buckley SFB, Aurora, Colorado.

Buckley SFB's host unit, Buckley Garrison, falls under the direction of the United States Space Force. It is responsible for day-to-day support to the operational mission of the Space Delta 4 Missile Warning Delta. Buckley Garrison and DEL 4 directly support Combatant Commands across the globe.

Buckley SFB truly represents a joint, Total Force and coalition base. This includes 3,100 active duty members from every service, 4,000 National Guard personnel and Reservists, four commonwealth international partners, 2,400 civilians, 2,500 contractors, 36,000 retirees and approximately 40,000 veterans and dependents. The base contributes an estimated $1 billion annually to the local economy.

Located on the doorstep of the Rocky Mountains, Buckley Garrison is in Aurora, Colorado, a suburb just outside of Denver. The city of Aurora is the 3rd largest and most diverse city in Colorado and the 54th largest city in the United States. There are many retired and military families within the nearby community with veterans making up 9% of the total population. Those relocating here will find a wealth of outdoor activities within easy reach and fabulous sunny days.

Agency contact information

Buckley NAF HR Office
Email
460fss.nafhro@us.af.mil
Address
Buckley Resource Management Flight
460 FSS/FSCN
18401 East A-Basin Ave, MS-97
Buckley SFB, CO 80011-9500
US

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