Accounts Payable Supervisor Job in Washington DC, DC

Vacancy No. req421 Department Senate
Salary $104,227.00 to $161,549.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/3/2024 Close Date 10/1/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington DC, DC


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

The Secretary of the Senate's Senate Disbursing Office is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa.

Duties

This is supervisory work responsible for overseeing direct reports in auditing vouchers, answering questions regarding voucher preparation, the permissibility of expenses, providing advice on the discretionary use of funds, training new administrative managers and chief clerks about Senate financial practices and the Senate’s Financial Management Information System (FMIS), and developing strategies for the efficient use of resources. Work includes providing direction in the certifying of vouchers equal to or less than $100.00 for final payment, ensuring that supporting documentation is complete, authorized, and validated. Incumbent assists in the resolution of complex issues regarding vouchers. Incumbent exercises considerable judgment, discretion, and technical knowledge in planning, scheduling, and implementing the section’s responsibilities. Work is bound by Title 2 of the U.S. Code; generally accepted accounting principles; Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook; the Senate Ethics Manual; and Senate Disbursing Office procedures, practices, and guidelines, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities in handling assignments. The complete job description may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks and discomforts and requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds, as well as regular use of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier.

Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the office, except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Work requires a bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, with three to five years of progressively responsible experience in accounts payable work, including lead or supervisory experience; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Basic knowledge of the Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learn more about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of the Senate.

Knowledge of sound accounting/auditing principles, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of government fiscal procedures, the federal budget process, and budget object classifications.

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, including spreadsheets and standard bookkeeping practices.

Skill in operating a computer and associated software, including web-based systems.

Ability to analyze financial data to ensure thorough auditing of complex billings.

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, assign, and evaluate work of direct reports.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to handle others with tact and diplomacy.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
None.

Education

See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.

Additional information

The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Benefits

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.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.

Required Documents

Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, if applicable

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

https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa All applicants must use the link above and follow instructions. DO NOT submit any paper application materials or resumes via U.S. Postal Mail or in person. All applicants MUST use the online employment application.

Agency contact information

Address
Secretary of the Senate, Human Resources
Hart Senate Building
Washington, DC 20510
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Next steps

Candidates will be contacted if granted an interview.


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