Summary
This position supports the financial management and operations for Fleet and Family Readiness (N9) programs including; Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Child and Youth Programs (CYP) and Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP). The primary purpose of this position is to perform all aspects of financial management for assigned programs by accomplishing a wide variety of assignments concerned with effective management of program resources.
This job is open to
Military spouses
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
Family of overseas employees
Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
Duties
Reconcile detailed listings or reports from System Application and Products (SAP) enterprise automated accounting system and other automated accounting systems of outstanding transactions to control accounts. Employee reconciles subsidiary ledgers to general ledgers performing account adjustment and researching discrepancies between accounts and cost center. Reconciliation includes review, research, and tracking of numerous suspense listings for direct and reimbursable accounts. This work requires a broad knowledge of, accounting codes, classifications and terminology and the ability to apply various methods and techniques.
Validate, monitor, control, and maintain accounting transactions and accounting records for multiple general ledger accounts by implementing principles of accounting and double entry book keeping. The employee reviews and approves and authorize a variety of documents ensuring they are in accordance with Navy regulations and charged to applicable account. Knowledge of procedures and regulations to examine invoices, purchase orders, contract and procurement instruction, vouchers and related documents is required. Answer request for information and respond to inquiries for technical assistance.
Research discrepancies between accounts, historical data, and source documents to prepare reports and/or provide information on status of funds. Incumbent applies methodologies in order to reconcile prepaid general ledger accounts such as analyzing cost centers, amounts, posting date and posting period.
Verify the accuracy of cash items and cash processing procedures in support of the receipt disbursement, examination of checks in US dollars and Local Currency, validating bank and money order details for each vendor to ensure accurate posting to the authorized accounting system.
Perform monthly reconciliation for accounts serviced to assure that the basic accounting data and the computerized and manual reports are in balance.
Performs technician work in support of budget analysis and administration such compiling, consolidating, checking and arranging funding data. Work requires understanding and skill in the application of administrative rules, regulations and procedures associated with records, presorting, processing, and keeping track of budgetary transactions are required.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Incumbents must satisfactorily complete all background checks, including a fingerprint check and a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI)
Qualifications
Must have 1-year of specialized experience at the NF-02/GS-04 equivalent. Specialized experience must demonstrate knowledge of accounting, auditing, budgeting, or financial management functions.
Broad knowledge of Department of Defense and Department of the Navy and Department of the Navy financial regulations as they pertain to technical accounting processes and transaction.
Knowledge of the accounting methods, procedures, and techniques to conduct difficult and responsible analysis and determinations within a complete accounting system to validate transactions and to perform research to resolve inconsistencies.
Knowledge of the interrelationships of various computer file systems and content to resolve problems of processed transactions (e.g., knowledge of computer master file systems, document processing, and the effects of transactions on existing records to modify normal automated processes in existing accounts while protecting historical data). These modifications relate to obligations, collections, disbursements, and erroneous transactions or other actions involving complicated adjustments such as carry back and carry forward and restricted interest cases.
Knowledge of SAP enterprise accounting system and financial reports to reconcile and balance accounts, process transactions and adjust discrepancies, and prepare reports on the status of funds and transactions. Knowledge of both manual and automated procedures is required to support the field activity while preparing and finalizing documentation forwarded to higher authority.
Knowledge of the authorized MWR General Ledgers category expenses, cost allocations and their proper application towards Uniform Funding and Management (UFM)/Nonappropriated Funds (NAF) standards and practice regulations.
Familiarity with accounting software require, with Food Trak, Rec Trak and Qubica preferred. The employee applies DON policies in monitoring the monthly Unified Funding and Management (UFM) process and billing for non-appropriated funded labor and non-labor reimbursement.
Knowledge of electronic payment and check issue systems. Responsible for approving payments issuing checks and signing electronic fund transfer (EFT) requests supported by appropriate documents; such payments are processed through electronic fund transfer, the issue of checks and thought the preparation of specific disbursing documents as cash collection.
Knowledge of the procedures for disbursing underpayment or collection of overpayment.
Knowledge and skill in communication methods required to research or reconstruct accounting errors, convey information, and reconcile and resolve discrepancies with customers for multiple accounts.
Education
No education requirement.
Additional information
Note: The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible as they do not have civilian component status.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
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.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews
Required Documents
For current or previous Federal employees, please attach a copy of your most recent SF 50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location. Resume with complete work history including job title, start and end dates, and highlighting qualifications relevant to the vacancy announcement.
Attach an OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment.
Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date.
Copy of Sponsor's Official Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders to Naples, Italy.
Copy of Italian Visa Copy of Sojourner's Permit (or receipt of application)
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.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/26/2026 to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12985603It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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Next steps
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