ACCOUNTANT (STAFF)

To qualify for this GS-13 Accountant (Staff) position, you must meet the basic education requirements for federal accountants and have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level. Specialized experience must demonstrate mastery of accounting and auditing theories, risk identification, automated system design, and development of guidance and procedures.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Basic Requirement: Degree in accounting; or a degree in a related field (e.g., business administration, finance, public administration) that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be business law).
• 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. Must also include one of: 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing courses; a CPA or CIA certificate obtained through written examination; or completion of a degree with substantial accounti…
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in federal service or equivalent private/public sector experience.
• Specialized experience must demonstrate
• Mastering accounting and auditing theories, principles, practices, procedures and techniques independently performing a variety of internal control related assignments.
• Identifying risks and developing corrective actions to address the root cause of the problem.
• Utilizing automated system design procedures to describe system specifications and requirements and to conduct complete assessments of the design, utilization and reporting operation.
• Developing guidance, narratives, procedures and flowcharts to cover the full spectrum of financial reporting, operational and system activities to assist programs with resolving complex issues and address areas of risk.
• Communicating and presenting justifications and recommendations for corrective actions for process improvement and resolving complex issues.
• Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Analyze transactional accounting data from various automated accounting systems to ensure Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) compliance.

• Develop tests and examinations of accounting systems, records, management controls, policies, and procedures.
• Develop solutions for accounting systems to run inquiries, reports, or research data.
• Evaluate accounting records to identify accounting problems and recommend corrective action.
• Revise written guidelines to address accounting problems that involve multiple policies and regulations.
• Improve an organization's internal accounting and administrative controls.

Must be determined suitable for federal employment.

• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This is a Financial Management Level II certified position; certification requirements are in DoD Instruction 1300.26.
• Generally, current federal employees must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level (time-in-grade).
• Within DoD, appointment of retired military members within 180 days following retirement to a civilian position is subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.

A career with the U.S. government provides a complete benefits package.

• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.

To apply for this position, you must submit your application through the official application portal. First, ensure you have a the official application portal account and are signed in. Open the announcement and click the Apply Online button. Complete the federal application questionnaire and attach all required documents, including your resume (limited to 2 pages) and any supporting documentation for eligibility cl…

• You will receive a unique assessment link and must complete the assessments within 48 hours (unless a reasonable accommodation is granted). You can track your application status in the official application portal. For questions, email the DON Employment Information Center at [email protected].

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

• Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
• A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to scheduled appointments.
• During the application process, you may opt-in to make your resume available to other hiring managers in the agency for similar positions in the local commuting area for 180 days.
• Other hiring managers may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability.
• This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management.
• The full performance level of this position is GS-13.
• Agency contact: Department of Navy EIC, email [email protected], address NAVFAC OSF, 1322 Patterson Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20374.

NAVFAC OSF (Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Operations Support Fleet) provides financial management and accounting support to the Department of the Navy. As part of the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, NAVFAC OSF ensures that naval shore facilities are designed, built, and maintained to support the fleet. This Accountant (Staff) position is within the Financial Management Department, where you will matters in ensuring financial integrity and audit readiness. Working in San Diego, you will be part of a team that supports the Navy's mission through accurate accounting and internal controls. NAVFAC OSF is named as the hiring organisation for the ACCOUNTANT (STAFF) post.