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Staff Accountant

Veterans Health Administration

Lexington, KY · full time · Senior

$74,678 – $97,087

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal government position manages daily accounting operations at a VA Medical Center, including ledger maintenance, reconciliation, and financial compliance monitoring. It suits experienced accountants comfortable with government systems and policies who can provide technical guidance to staff and work independently on complex fiscal problems.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • One year of specialized accounting experience at GS-9 level or equivalent
  • Degree in accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting, OR equivalent accounting experience and education combination
  • Knowledge of government accounting systems and fund accounting
  • Ability to maintain and reconcile general and subsidiary ledgers
  • Experience with financial compliance monitoring and reporting

Nice to have

  • Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor certification
  • Experience with budget forecasting and analysis
  • Project management experience
  • Training and mentoring experience with accounting staff

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