Clarification from the agency

This is an open continuous announcement. Initial cutoff will be 23 JANUARY 2026. Recruitment will continue through the announcement closing date until the position is filled. Limited to current, onboard permanent and indefinite IL ARNG technicians/employees only. MUST currently be in a Title 5 position.

As a ACCOUNTING OFFICER (TITLE 5), GS-0510-12, you will serve as an Accounting Officer with responsibility for managing the total accounting function for the state ARNG.

• Provide financial accounting advice, analysis and assistance to the Financial Manager, USPFO, and all organizational elements regarding the development of accounting policies, systems, and operating procedures.
• Analyze report data which records transactions within the system for the purpose of correcting errors, recommending action on unfavorable trends, and preparing financial schedules for briefings, etc.
• Employ accounting policies/standards in the resolution of unprecedented problems/situations; and utilizes non-conventional methodologies as required.
• Drafts instructions, procedures, manuals, etc., to implement the proposed system or to correct deficiencies in the accounting system uncovered during the study.
• Design, develop, adapt, revise, evaluate, and implement systems including those utilizing automatic data processing equipment.
• Monitor work operations to assure full compliance with procedures and published directives.
• Hold discussions with program officials, employees, supervisors, etc., to learn the details of work processes and procedures.
• Provide both professional accounting assistance and systems design support in the development of automated accounting systems and operating procedures for the Financial Manager.
• Serve as a professional accountant administering accounting systems.
• Perform duties involving: receipt and distribution of funds throughout the state; and maintaining the standard general ledger reporting system.
• Plan, execute, and install new and/or improved accounting systems.
• Apply professional accounting principles, analysis, theories, concepts, and practices to unique situations. Plan subordinates' assignments and distributes workload according to priorities and work complexity.
• Make formal presentations of completed systems packages including the acceptability of the data processing system applied to higher management levels for final approval.
• Provide financial advice and expertise to other organizational elements of the state ARNG during the development of integrated accounting systems.
• Study accounts, reports, and procedural instructions within the broad area of assignment and, as necessary, any legislative and program background pertaining to this program.
• Render advice to management on the effects of accounting changes approved and performs related duties necessary to the development of balanced recommendations.
• Implement policies and procedures encompassing different facets of accounting, i.e., general fund accounting, cost accounting, and reimbursement accounting and working capital funds.

**This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties.**

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• This is a Financial Management Level Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Certification Level 2: 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.
• The employee must complete the higher financial management certification within 24 months of appointment to the position.

Qualifications

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence:

• The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be candidates who match through the Priority Placement Program (PPP).

• The SECOND area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.

Positive Education Requirement : Must possess the following: 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 six hours of credit in business law. (Copy of official transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess competent experiences in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; presenting formal training presentations and briefings; ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 Level - MUST possess specialized experience, which includes at least 1 year at the lower level, GS-11, of broadening finance, accounting and audit program experiences in leading, planning and scheduling program work in a manner that promotes smooth flow and even distribution of assigning work requirements; experience applying, performing, training, mentoring, and managing the financial program discipline procedures to include, Accounting Operations; Auditing; Compliance; Control of Funds; Cost Accounting; Financial Analysis; Financial Systems; Internal Controls; Principles of Accounting; and, Principles of Finance; training and guiding employees on various finance programs and assigning tasks; accounting program assignments, balancing finance program work requirements, compliance with specific finance program policies, and providing advice, mentoring, and directions on a wide variety career development options; addressing specific employee performance issues; structuring assignments that created effective and efficient performance results with measured and improved task processes; previous supervisory experiences improved training applications for career development that resulted in the employees' increased performance values in quality work, timeliness considerations, and work efficiencies; mentorship competencies provided to employees; working knowledge of equal employment and affirmative action programs.

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the lower grade level in the Federal service in order to be considered for this position.

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.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

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, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Accounting Analysis
• Fundamentals & Operations of Accounting

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position. Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number. It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

• As an onboard ILNG technician, then you MUST include your most recent SF-50.
• OFFICIAL Transcript of Degree Required

Other supporting documents (as applicable):

• Certifications
• DD-214
• NGIL Form 73

Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

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