FINANCIAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
What you'd do
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Major duties
Assesses data requirements for the enhancement of automated financial management systems. Reviews operational capabilities and provides comments and recommendations for proposed changes, coordinating with peers throughout the directorate to determine the best method for accomplishing the system change. Establishes conditions and requirements for tests, assembles project of functional users, establishes project requirements and timetables, and provides technical advice and assistance to team members for the interpretation of system controls. Provides technical advice in determining the extent of the system problem, potential solutions, and required action for resolution. Researches, analyzes, and resolves daily system problems related to system interface, database management, and processing cycles.
What you need to qualify
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as: conducting analysis of financial systems and supporting their design, development, and maintenance; or applying comprehensive understanding of financial management concepts in automated system processes and operations. **You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
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