Purchasing Agent (Accounting)

Job title: Purchasing Agent (Accounting)

Company: Federal government of the United States

Job description: SummaryAbout the position:This position will be assigned to Resource Management located on Peterson Air Force Base.The primary purpose of this position is to acquire a wide range of standard equipment, supplies, or services typically described through open market procedures or through orders against established contracts using simplified acquisition procedures.Overview

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Open & closing dates10/24/2024 to 01/24/2025Salary$19.16 – $26 per hourPay scale & gradeNF 3Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time – Regular Full Time: Guaranteed 35 hours but could work up to 40 hours per week.ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement number24-6XFSR622735Control number816037100This job is open toClarification from the agencyPlease see the “Who May Apply” section under the Qualifications section.DutiesDuties and Responsibilities:

• The primary purpose of this position is to acquire a wide range of standard equipment, supplies, or services typically described through open market procedures or through orders against established contracts using simplified acquisition procedures.
• Reviews purchase requests from activities in terms of compliance with administrative requirements and adequacy of information, including item description, minimum allowable purchase quantity, and availability of funds and estimated cost.
• Coordinates with requesting office to obtain or provide additional information and identifies when separate requests may be consolidated.
• Determines procurement source; local, Air Force Nonappropriated Fund Purchasing Office (AFNAFPO) or the Servicing Contracting Office (SCO).
• Develops source list of responsible suppliers from established lists, history files, catalogs, newspapers, etc.
• Determines procurement method based on such factors as procurement history, urgency of need, estimated cost, and applicable directives. Prepares requests for quotation to obtain quotes for small purchases and contracts.
• Verifies and abstracts information from vendors for orders or contracts.
• Reviews offers for compliance. Negotiates with vendors on a variety of issues, such as price breaks, accelerated delivery, reduction of service charges, etc. Prepares documentation for award. Issues purchase/delivery orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) (priced and unpriced), Individual Service Contracts (ISCs), Concessionaire Contracts, and other contracts and agreements within limits of contracting officer’s warrant. Responsible for post award administration.
• Administers contracts, orders, agreements, and modifications, including follow-up. Gathers, monitors. and maintains data, related to purchasing, prepares reports and responds to inquiries. Uses automated systems to input purchase requests, issue orders, request for quotations (RFQ), and other purchasing associated information.
• Extracts Accounts Payable Detail Aging Reports and clears them out against contracts. Performs full range of accounting duties, classifies and verifies a wide variety of documents; maintains double-entry bookkeeping journals and subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepares monthly balances, reconciles accounts and transcribes to general ledge for closeout of all accounts. Computes expenses for accounting services and assigns charges. Prepares financial statements.
• Serves as program manager for all Air Force Resiliency Programs and funding with AF Services Agency. Administers the Base’s NAF Capital Equipment, Automated Reimbursement Account (ARA), and Small Projects Program (SPP).

Performs other related duties as assigned.If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application:RequirementsConditions of Employment

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

QualificationsWho May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant’s eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/24/2025Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring PreferenceIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.Qualifying Experience:Progressively responsible experience which provided the applicant general knowledge of procedures, regulations, and practices common to the Services purchasing program. In addition, must have specialized knowledge of procedures and techniques relating to the purchase of a wide variety of commercial as well as some technical items; knowledge of merchandise purchased to make determinations for substitution; knowledge of vendor sources and of common business practices relating to mechanics of purchasing. Knowledge of solicitation and purchasing methods to make purchases under established contracts and standardized specifications or statements of work. Knowledge of price evaluation techniques to assess price reasonableness using well-established references. Must have experience in work which provided thorough 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 accounting regulations. Guides, and precedents. Knowledge of accounting system to flow funds and monies from initiation through expenditure stages in order to trace system discrepancies. Must possess basic computer skills, basic word processing procedures and function keys to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as form letters, entering data into a predefined spreadsheet or database. Must be familiar with personal computer applications such as Windows, MS Word, Excel, Access, and the Internet. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must possess skill in dealing with customers and the public. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:EducationSome federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not 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 informationThis is a STANDING REGISTER and applicant lists will be sent to the hiring supervisor bi-weekly until the position is filled.

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. * 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.

• Benefits

Expected salary: $19.16 – 26 per hour

Location: Peterson Air Force Base, CO

Job date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 22:59:17 GMT

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