ACCOUNTANT (STAFF)
What you'd do
This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, Section 1109; PL, 116-92, dated 12/20/2019 This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent serves as a technical expert and provides audit related services covering a broad range of departmental programs.
Major duties
This position is being filled under DoD Modified Direct Hire Authority, Section 1109; PL, 116-92, dated 12/20/2019 As a ACCOUNTANT (STAFF) at the GS-0510-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Provides expert advice in specialized areas of accounting to help resolve problems, and assists in the development of accounting policies and procedures. Recommends operational, procedural and systems modifications to support accounting operations, financial reporting and adequate internal controls. Monitors internal controls over financial reporting and systems, and makes recommendations to improve financial operations, system effectiveness, and maintenance of the integrity of financial information in accordance with OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A. Participates as directed in the development and implementation of the JS Financial Improvement Audit Readiness (FIAR) Program. Reviews and analyzes a wide variety of JS financial and accounting documents, reports, policies, operations, and procedures. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets guidance, regulations, and policy received from DoD, OMB, Treasury, GAO and other regulatory agencies. Makes recommendations to ensure that JS financial processes, recorded transactions, systems and reports are compliant. Performs independent analysis of Joint Staff financial statements, financial reports, and general ledger accounts to resolve discrepancies and help ensure they accurately reflect the financial position of the organization. Performs financial reporting liaison activities with service providers and other stakeholders. Applies expert knowledge of theories, concepts, principles and practices of accounting and financial reporting in order to evaluate interfaces and interrelationships between the financial systems.
What you need to qualify
You may qualify at the GS 13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Demonstrates expert knowledge of professional accounting principles, practices, and procedures, and automated accounting systems. Demonstrates superior knowledge and skill in financial accounting to conduct feasibility studies of accounting processes and reports to identify those which can be improved. Demonstrates expert knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and professional financial accounting standards. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0510, series as listed below: Degree: 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. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor."). OR Combination of education and experience: 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. The applicant's 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. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. 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: Foreign Education *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
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