STAFF ACCOUNTANT
1. Provides administrative oversight, and carries out the requirements of a quality assurance and internal review program. Provides technical assistance and advice to the Financial Manager, staff, and other interested parties. Independently conducts various internal control reviews to assess organizational performance. Oversees, establishes, and maintains self-inspection programs and a comprehensive quality assurance plan. Examines financial management functions to ensure internal accounting systems and administrative controls are sufficient to confirm that obligations and disbursements comply with applicable laws, and that funds are safeguarded against waste, loss, and misappropriation. Reviews accounting and pay documents, travel vouchers, and vendor payments to ensure supporting documentation is proper and valid. Performs post-audit voucher reviews. Serves as the primary source of expertise on matters regarding automated financial systems. Interfaces with various on-base and off-base personnel regarding financial systems. Examines all functional areas and determines the effectiveness of procedures, the integrity of financial and accounting data, and other decision-support criteria used by management. Ensures quality assurance standards and internal controls are in place within the FM. Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability of financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place. Researches, develops, modifies, and maintains qualitative and quantitative standards for use in evaluating and monitoring performance indicators. Develops statistically reliable and valid metrics using verifiable and objective data. (30%) 2. Works closely with the FM staff to target areas for study and review. Identifies existing and potential material weaknesses and works with affected personnel to develop a process of corrections. Material weaknesses in this context relate to both the monetary value and the perceived command, public, or political sensitivity associated with a particular function. Maintains a schedule of all reports, audits, inspections, and internal control reviews. Serves as focal point for fraud prevention within the FM. Reviews data to screen for any unauthorized access level or dual access between the pay systems and the General Accounting and Finance System. Reports discrepancies to upper level management for further research. Identifies the need for systems changes and conducts tests to ensure changes produce the desired results (e.g., no duplicate payments, collections, reconciliation, etc.). Responsible for analyzing findings and providing recommendations. Gathers data, records discrepancies, prepares exhibits, and facilitates discussion at monthly quality assurance meeting and prepares minutes. (30%) 3. Ensures all open discrepancies are aggressively worked until completion. Prepares monthly Discrepancy Tracking Report for management review. Serves as the Work Group Manager (WGM) for FM, in support of the Local Area Network (LAN), mainframe access, Internet services, and end-user software. Determines the appropriate use of financial system resources (e.g., equipment layout, automated systems design, web-based development, and impact of implementation) and appropriate action plans. Incumbent is responsible for designing and maintaining the FM web page. Cross-feeds various reports and bulletins on a routine basis through various electronic communications (e.g., e-mail, websites, etc.), throughout the FM community. (20%) 4. Develops and monitors the internal recognition program and assists the FM in nominating deserving personnel for local and higher headquarters awards. Based on study results, determines need for refresher/supplementary training. Develops, schedules, conducts, and records training. (20%) Performs other duties as assigned. GENERAL
Experience:
You must have at least 24 months of accounting experience and competencies that provided knowledge of principles and procedures. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
1. 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. OR 2. 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 candidate'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:
(a) The candidate successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field for example, valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) A panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors determined that the candidate 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, (c) Except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the candidate's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-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. Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. 2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed. 3. It must be documented with from (mm/yy) and to (mm/yy) dates and description of the specialized experience. 4. If education or a degree is required as part of the Specialized Experience, you must include transcripts. DO NOT copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Experience:
You must have at least 24 months of accounting experience and competencies that provided knowledge of principles and procedures. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
1. 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. OR 2. 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 candidate'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:
(a) The candidate successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field for example, valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) A panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors determined that the candidate 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, (c) Except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the candidate's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-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. Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. 2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed. 3. It must be documented with from (mm/yy) and to (mm/yy) dates and description of the specialized experience. 4. If education or a degree is required as part of the Specialized Experience, you must include transcripts. DO NOT copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
- Department:
0510 Accounting - Salary Range:
$62,511 to $81,269 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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