GS-0525-04 February 8, 1994
NOTE: THE SENTENCE IN PART I DESCRIBING THE PURPOSE OF THE
POSITION AND PARTS II AND III IN THEIR ENTIRETY ARE PERMANENT
PARTS OF THE LIBRARY AND MAY NOT BE CHANGED OR EDITED IN ANY WAY.
I. INTRODUCTION
This position is located in
Provides basic technical support for accounts which generate a
limited variety of transactions, or require less than the full
range of accounts, or require few subdivisions. Handles less
than the full range of accounts and subsidiary accounts using
similar transactions or procedures.
II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical assignments include but are not limited to classifying
accounting transactions; maintaining and reconciling accounts;
verifying availability of funds and appropriation codes; closing
accounts and preparing reports and statements; and examining
accounts.
Codes and enters transactions in automated/manual accounting
system(s). Reviews reports and corrects errors.
Establishes and maintains a variety of automated and manual
files. Gathers and/or summarizes data for various reports for
internal use or use by other offices.
Receives formal and/or on-the-job training in the functions and
operations of the organization, agency policies, regulations, and
the specialty of the unit. Works with more experienced staff
providing all or some of the duties.
III. FACTOR LEVELS
Factor 1 - Knowledge Required by the Position FL 1-3 350 pts.
Knowledge of existing accounting systems, standard accounting
codes, classifications, and terminology; DOC and serviced
organization accounting policies, procedures, and requirements;
and the ability to apply various accounting methods, forms and
techniques to classify accounting transactions, and maintain and
reconcile records.
Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting methods, documents,
codes, terms, and techniques to classify, verify, obligate, and
reconcile a variety of expenditure and collection transactions in
manual and/or automated systems.
Knowledge of appropriations and allotments for a variety of
financial obligations and debits.
Knowledge of client organizations' accounting structure and
automated system(s).
Factor 2 - Supervisory Controls FL 2-2 125 pts.
Supervisor provides instructions for new procedures, policies or
regulations, and unusual assignments. Employee performs
recurring work independently. Work is spot checked for accuracy
and compliance with guidelines. Technical guidance may also be
provided by more experienced office staff.
Factor 3 - Guidelines FL 3-2 125 pts.
Guidelines consist of regulations, agency accounting manuals,
local procedures and directives, and instructions for computer
terminal operation. Judgment is required to recognize
differences among similar situations, and to locate, identify,
select and apply appropriate guidance. The guides can be applied
to virtually all given assignments.
Factor 4 - Complexity FL 4-2 75 pts.
Tasks are usually standardized although transactions, documents,
records and accounts vary. There are few problems identifying
discrepancies or necessary adjustments. Choices are from easily
recognizable situations.
Factor 5 - Scope and Effect FL 5-2 75 pts.
The purpose of the work is to provide technical support for
accounts which generate a variety of transactions. The work
affects the timeliness of payments on accounts, and the accuracy
of the financial records of client offices.
Factor 6 - Personal Contacts FL 6-2 25 pts.
Contacts are with accounting and operating personnel of the
client offices, other federal agencies, and vendors.
Factor 7 - Purpose of Contacts FL 7-1 20 pts.
The contacts are to exchange or clarify information, and to
ensure prompt processing of documents.
Factor 8 - Physical Demands FL 8-1 5 pts.
Work is primarily sedentary. May be required to lift and move
files/printouts.
Factor 9 - Work Environment FL 9-1 5 pts.
The work is performed in an office setting.
TOTAL = 805 pts.