Financial Specialist with Security Clearance

Duties Duties are described at the full performance level GS-11. If selected at the GS-09 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under close supervision. As a Financial Specialist provides customer service for financial documents, budget submissions and reimbursable funding actions; resolves financial and operational problems in order to enhance programs and support activities. Responsible for preparing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting accounting data; operating, maintaining and modifying the data in accounting system of record; ensuring cash management receivables and payables. Reviews unliquidated obligations; assists with reconciling contracts; managing reimbursable orders; analyzing reports; reviewing and reconciling subsidiary ledgers. Audits and reconciles financial data/reports; track costs associated with support agreements. Analyze financial/budgetary regulations and policies to promote efficient and effective use of resources. Reconcile personnel costs utilizing automated financial systems such as, the Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) and with the General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS). Monitors payroll execution, runs biweekly reports such as: Automated Time, Attendance, and Production System (ATAAPS) uncertified time report, ATAAPS missing time reports; Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) missing time reports. Provides training for non-financial personnel on financial responsibilities; assisting fund managers on the proper use of funds; and/or administering government-wide charge card programs. Verifies work steps and transactions for auditing are fully documented, correct and available on demand. Communicates with team and other FBCH departments to find out what problems have come up during previous audits. Communicates with customer or performing organizations to initiate the support agreement process. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This is a DOD Financial Management position. The incumbent must complete training and meet position requirements for certification at Level 2 within 2 years of appointment. Failure to obtain and maintain certification may result in adverse action. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Tier 3 security investigation or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. This position requires the incumbent to have tuberculosis testing. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes analyzing financial documents, budget submissions and reimbursable funding actions; resolving financial and operational problems in order to enhance programs and support activities; interpreting policies and regulations in the area Finance/Budget; auditing and reconciling financial data/reports; monitors civilian payroll execution and running biweekly payroll reports; coordinating and tracking costs associated with support agreements, and executing financial management automated systems such as: (i.e., General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), Payroll systems). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Finance, Accounting or Budget. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes analyzing financial documents, budget submissions and reimbursable funding actions; interpreting policies and regulations in the area Finance/Budget; auditing and reconciling financial data/reports; assists with civilian payroll execution and running biweekly payroll reports; track costs associated with support agreements, and executing financial management automated systems such as: (i.e., General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) and Payroll systems). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Finance, Accounting or Budget. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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: . Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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 i