LEAD ACCOUNTANT.

This position requires U.S. citizenship, a favorable suitability review, and a security clearance due to access to classified information. Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service. Candidates must have served 3 months after their latest competitive federal appointment and be suitable for federal employment. New hires will undergo E-Verify verification and must obtain/maintain a Level 2 DoD Financial Management Certification within two years. Travel requirement is 1-24%.

About the Role

Provides professional accounting advice and assistance to supported organizations, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, policies, and procedures. This role involves proposing, modifying, and implementing accounting procedures to enhance accuracy and integrity, as well as establishing and monitoring internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Propose new or modify existing accounting procedures to resolve problems and improve validity, accuracy, and integrity of accounting processes.
• Assist in implementing new procedures or policies to ensure compliance with financial accounting requirements.
• Provide technical advice and training to technicians and program managers on processing accounting transactions or reconciling financial reports.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to identify problem areas, improve program effectiveness, and maintain financial integrity.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate performance measurement and financial management indicators to assess accounting operations.
• Ensure the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated and integrated into team goals and work plans.
• Coach the team in problem-solving methods and techniques, and advise on work practices and procedures.
• Assist in identifying viable solutions for the team or individual members.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must obtain and maintain a security clearance; failure to do so may result in termination.
• Must be registered for Selective Service (males born after December 31, 1959).
• Must be suitable for federal employment.
• Must have served 3 months after the latest competitive federal appointment.
• Must obtain and maintain a DoD Financial Management Certification (Level 2) within two years of employment.
• Position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not covered by a bargaining unit.
• Moving expenses may be paid.
• Travel requirement is 1-24%.

Qualifications

Human Resources will determine qualifications based on the following criteria. Resumes for federal positions must include detailed work descriptions and accomplishments.

Basic Requirements

To qualify, you must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution, or a related degree (e.g., business administration, finance, public administration) with 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be in business law).
• Or a combination of 4 years of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge, plus 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing (including up to 6 hours in business law) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certificate.

Specialized Experience

For the GS-12 level, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the federal service. Specialized experience includes:

• Providing professional accounting support to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting operations.
• Applying accounting concepts, principles, and methods to day-to-day operations.

Education cannot substitute for specialized experience at the GS-13 level.

Benefits

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching.
• Paid leave, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities (limited availability).
• Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) for eligible appointees (see Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 for details).

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).

Additional Information

• This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.
• Selections may be subject to restrictions under the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
• New employees may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) and Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration.
• First-time federal hires are typically set at step 1 of the salary range for their grade level.
• Retired civil service employees’ employment is subject to DoD policy guidance (see DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300).
• Security designation varies by position and may require a Secret clearance or higher. A background investigation is required and may delay the starting date.
• Criminal history inquiries may occur after a conditional job offer for some positions.