ACCOUNTANT (STAFF)

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Domestic DIB, MRTFB Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer

Duties

You will demonstrate knowledge of theories, practices, methods, and techniques of accounting policies, practices and functions to solve a variety of accounting problems.

You will formulate a variety of financial reports and recommend established policies and procedures affecting accounting systems.

You will reconcile cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other general ledger accounts.

You will correct differences between the subsidiary ledger balances, and the control account balances in the general ledger.

You will provide accounting information and guidance to program officials and assist management in applying financial data and recommending solutions to difficult problems.

You will use appropriate costing methodologies to recognize, determine, accumulate, and report costs of activities on a regular basis for management information purposes.

You will assist in performing financial audits, analysis, evaluations, submissions of a variety of financial reports.

You will perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

For the GS-12 In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Applying accounting principles, theories procedures and applications to identify and resolve a wide variety of accounting problems and issues: Examining accounting documents, records, reports, and processes; to determine action required to improve operating program effectiveness; and maintain the integrity of financial information; Advising financial and program/competency managers and the Comptroller on difficult accounting problems and provide solutions to control and report problems/issues; Applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; Adhering to organizational (e.g., Navy Working Capital Fund (NWCF) activity), Cost Accounting requirements and all related financial systems (Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)) and feeder systems, (CONOPS, Maximo, Time and Attendance Software, etc); and Analyze a wide variety of financial reports and transactions to identify complex system problems and informational needs and to resolve a variety of problems/issues related to accounting operations. For the GS-11 In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing some or all of the following duties: Handling assignment and/or problems that may arise relevant to accounting and management practices; Utilizing accounting processes/principles relating to time frames for completion of steps in the budget process; Analyzing and evaluating the effect of business decisions on financial program metrics; Examining/analyzing financial and budgetary relationships to develop recommendations for financial and/or budgetary actions; and Interacting with personnel at all levels to communicate complex information and resolve escalated issues while providing excellent customer service. For the GS-09 In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Adhering to guidelines given regarding accounting procedures/processes/principals to be used; Completing forms and worksheets on which to enter data under supervision/detailed and specific instructions as related to accounting procedures/processes/principals to be used; and Utilizing/using analytical steps per guided instruction to arrive at the product as relating to accounting procedures/processes/principals. For the GS-07 In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Following guidance relating to and/or regarding forms and worksheets on which to enter data for accounting procedures/processes/principals to be used; Work with team members and influence team success; and Using office software (specifically Microsoft Excel) and navigating web-based online platforms. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/accounting-series-0510/ https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. Your resume should demonstrate experience in these four competencies * Financial Concepts Policy and Principles * Problem Solving * Written Communication * Financial Management System Additional qualifications: * Your ability to work with team members and influence team success * The capability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels to communicate complex information and resolve escalated issues while providing excellent customer service * Proficiency in using office software (specifically Microsoft Excel) and navigating web-based online platform As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

How to apply Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: Jennifer Bean - jennifer.h.bean.civ@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Other information GS-07 $50,460-$65,599; GS-09 $61,722-$80,243; GS-11 $74,678-$97,087; GS-12 $89,508-$ 116,362 This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Military Spouse Preference applicants will receive priority consideration at the Full Performance Level (FPL) and if determined to be Best Qualified at the FPL, and selected, must be placed at the FPL. A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.