Job title: STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryThis STAFF ACCOUNTANT is located in the Comptroller Division in the US Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO)and is part of the CA USPFO Army.Overview
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Open & closing dates05/24/2024 to 05/31/2024Salary$80,217 – $104,280 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 11Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.Appointment typePermanent – T5 ExceptedWork scheduleFull-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoAnnouncement numberCA-12407811-AR-24-330Control number792749300This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S. Citizens.DutiesTHIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE, PERMANENT POSITIONThe primary purpose of the STAFF ACCOUNTANT, GS-0510-11, is to serve as a Staff Accountant. Performs detailed reviews and analysis of established procedures and ensures that the administration and operation of financial control systems–to include budget, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and travel–are in compliance with established statutory requirements, regulations, directives, and policies.
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts an annual written Operational Review Program (ORP). The ORP encompasses reviews of all functional finance and accounting operations. Determines the objectives and scope of all reviews and audits. Prepares a written plan for the conduct of each review or audit. Serves as the division’s primary point of contact for the Management Control Program. Ensures management controls are in place and effective.
- Conducts special or quick reaction assessments of potential systemic weaknesses and highly vulnerable processes or systems; and provides special or quick reaction assessments that supplement and enhance detailed analysis of the functional areas and systems. Annually performs an analysis of the overall effectiveness of finance and accounting operations. Continually assesses and evaluates the effectiveness of finance and accounting operations through the review of standard performance management metrics.
- Discusses system or procedural problems and areas of potential improvement with various system supervisors, Program Managers (PMs), and local management information systems personnel. Provides technical advice and assistance to the FM and the USPFO on internal matters involving statutory provisions, regulatory requirements, procedures, systems, or problems arising from changes in mission, programs, and/or organizational structure.
- Reviews and analyzes a wide variety of reports including reports produced by NGB standard and local automated systems. Assesses the indicators and identifies operational areas currently not meeting performance goals as established within the Operational Review Program. Identifies trends and specific problem areas as well as root causes of operational deficiencies.
The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard; the incumbent is not subject to mobilization, nor is the work described part of the military mission; and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet one of the following: It does not have a comparable military function; the position is required in full-time (civilian) role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization functions; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualifications that cannot be readily found in the military structure of the state military force.May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentRecruitment/Relocation
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, subject to funding and approval.PCS
Relocation Costs MAY BE authorized subject to provisions of the Joint Travel Regulation, funding, and an agency determination that a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is in the Government’s best interest.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- Must maintain proper security clearance.
Security Clearance: at a minimum a National Agency Check is required prior to position assignment.THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 2 Certified position designated as such in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d. Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense and Department of the Army requirements of this certification program. This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.QualificationsSTAFF ACCOUNTANT, GS-0510-11: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government. This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. Specialized experience may have been demonstrated by performing duties such as: Performing detailed reviews and analysis of established procedures; Experience ensuring the administration and operation of financial control systems to include budget, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and travel–are in compliance with established statutory requirements, regulations, directives, and policies. AND I have 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.ORI have at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. Background must also include one of the following: * Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
- A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
- Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant’s education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.Qualifications must be met by the closing date: You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 05/31/2024EducationSubstitution of Education for Specialized Experience: I have a degree in accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.When there is a positive education or certification requirement, or you are using education to qualify as a substitution for experience, copies of transcripts (unofficial) and/or certificates are required at the time of application to verify that you meet the educational/certification requirement or substitution. Failure to provide transcripts and/or certificates at the time of application will result in automatic disqualification.Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationIf you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, please email or Fax to 916-854-3439.This is an Excepted Service position. Applicants who currently hold a Competitive Service status and is offered a position with the California National Guard, will lose their Competitive Service status to become Excepted Service. Competitive Service applicants who are Career and have completed the three year service requirement permanent tenure (Block 24 reflects “1”) are eligible for lifetime reinstatement rights. Competitive Service applicants who are Career Conditional and have not completed the three year service requirement (Block 24 reflects “2”) are eligible for three year reinstatement rights.
- 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. .
Expected salary: $80217 – 104280 per year
Location: Rancho Cordova, CA
Job date: Sun, 26 May 2024 06:40:09 GMT
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