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Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Clarification from the agency
Open to:
Area 1A - All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Army National Guard (T32 and T5, with permanent, conditional or indefinite tenure)
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Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program Retained Grade category are eligible to apply with this preference. (See
Required Documents Section)
Duties
As a COST ACCOUNTANT - TITLE 5, GS-0510-9/11, you will analyze, examine, and interpret accounting data, records, and reports. Utilize GFEBS to inform managers of the cost of performing various functions associate with Service Level Agreements and Service Support Programs. Provide advice and assistance to management on accounting and financial management matters. Develop cost accounting data to provide financial information to meet command information requirements. Monitor and assist implementing procedural and cost management changes. Provide accounting advice and recommendations to program managers. Interpret financial management policy and provide guidance to staff. Identify, monitor, and report trends to aid in making financial management decisions. Manage the General Ledger to ensure the reconciliation of all General Ledger Tie Point issues, and take corrective action as needed. Plan, coordinate and perform comprehensive reviews, special studies, and selective internal examinations of USPFO functions pertaining to cost management. Conduct analysis on Interfacing System Information Documents and take corrective action to ensure proper system master data allows for proper interfacing. Identify problems such as inaccurate records and reports, conflicts with regulatory guidance, and correctness of payment and accounting for public funds. Analyze and evaluate findings, determines types of corrective actions needed, and develop formal reports for submission to the Financial Manager. Confer with representatives of other directorates to resolve USPFO problems associated with improper cost management attributable to functions under their jurisdiction. Confer with representative of higher headquarters or other agencies to coordinate assistance visits, furnish requested data, respond to questions, provide on-site assistance, discuss problems, and obtain additional information to accomplish required actions and/or future program efforts. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDT5137P01 and PDT5141P02 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
May be subject to furlough actions.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
This position is located on a tobacco free facility.
Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
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.
Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08). Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 17-Nov-2011.
Financial Management Level 2 Certification: Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all DoD and DoA requirements of this certification program as a condition of employment for this position. Employees must obtain the appropriate certification levels for their positions within 24 months after initial assignment; and, employees must maintain the positions' continuous training and education studies, as identified for each certification level, during the defined 24 month period.
This position is developmental: Incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade upon completion of an Individual Development Plan (IDP), meeting time in grade requirements, and recommendation for promotion by supervisor.
Qualifications
Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program Retained Grade category are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents Section)
FOR GS-09:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least one (1) year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service (GS-07) or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the experience and knowledge of basic accounting program principles and procedures. Experience using analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution for accounting issues. Experience preparing reports, documentation, and correspondence relevant to accounting programs.
FOR GS-11:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least one (1) year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service (GS-09) or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the experience and knowledge of advanced principles and concepts of the accounting business program requirements. Experience conducting accounting procedures in accordance with directives and policies. Experience conducting inspections or audits on accounts or accounting processes. Experience using statistical and/or judgmental sampling of financial records and management controls to determine efficiency and accuracy. Experience reviewing financial records and supporting documents. Experience reviewing and interpreting instructions, regulations, policies and procedures.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.
Education
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.
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Combination of Education and Experience: At least four 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:
1. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to six hours of business law;
2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination;
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing. For example, completed 15 semester hours however, the school course work does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour degree requirement as defined above in paragraph one (subject: Degree), provided that:
- The applicant successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field for example, valuation engineering or financial institution examining;
- A panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors determined that the applicant demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and advancement levels that are normally associated with successful completion of the four-year course of study degree, as described above in Paragraph One; AND,
- 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.
To receive credit for education, you must provide OFFICIAL transcripts for validation.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Official transcripts to validate education requirement
If applicable:
- Financial Management Level 2 Certification
- If applying as a Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Candidate, you must include:
- DD 3145-1 Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist
- Notification Letter (RIF or Classification Downgrade)
- SF-50 reflecting your Change to Lower Grade
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.