Financial Systems Specialist
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Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 64448 - 101375
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient exceptional quality pay and financial information.
- Analyze military pay and military pay related actions and events and produce descriptions of processing to be performed within current or proposed DJMS system designs.
- Analyze day to day system problems encountered by line managers and initiate procedural or system changes needed to resolve the problems.
- Review proposed legislative policy and other changes to systems in operation in the Directorate to assess impact identify affected processing area and develop proposed solutions and alternatives.
- Initiate review and monitor field procedures resulting from internally/externally Imposed changes to ensure accuracy.
- Lead projects and monitor the progress of the work assist project members to coordinate overall objective and provide on the job training for junior personnel in system design tasks.
- Provide technical presentations either oral or written to portray present or planned requirements for the systems in use in the Directorate or in associated systems.
- Perform analysis and planning for other tasks associated with Directorate functions
- Duties will be developmental in nature when the position is filled below the full performance level.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship or National
- Background Investigation
- Suitable for Federal Employment
- Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
- Obtain/MaintainFinancial Management Certification
- This national security position which may require access to classified information requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
- Vacancy Information: Position is located in Insert location
Qualifications
This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend as appropriate based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.
Applicants MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree (examples include: Finance Accounting Management Actuarial Science or related) in addition to meeting Office of Personnel Management (OPM) minimum qualification requirements. Substitution of combination of education and experience must still in conjunction minimally satisfy the DHA qualification requirement.
To Be Hired At The GS-9 Entry Grade Level Applicants Must Minimally Have:
- One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a GS-07 within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
- Proficiency in use of automated financial systems to analyze and validate transactions records and reports. Analyzing financial data to help identify discrepancies or issues in records and reports. Supporting senior analysts by examining financial processes and contributing to reports on findings.
To Be Hired At The GS-11 Entry Grade Level Applicants Must Minimally Have:
- One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of a GS-09 within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.
- Demonstrate experience in analyzing and evaluating financial functions processes and systems to ensure accuracy adequacy and compliance with regulations. Possess expertise in applying knowledge of automated financial systems and statutory requirements to identify and resolve issues such as inadequate fund control or inaccurate reporting. Ability to develop formal reports with recommendations provide technical financial advice to various directorates and perform quality control to improve internal operations.
This position is developmental and selections may be made at the GS-9 and GS-11 entry grade levels. Once eligibility and qualification requirements are met selectees will be eligible for promotion at management discretion to GS-11 grade level without further competition.
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period. Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade specialized experience education requirement 90 days after competitive appointment requirement and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
Education
Applicants MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree (examples include: Finance Accounting Management Actuarial Science or related) in addition to meeting Office of Personnel Management (OPM) minimum qualification requirements. Substitution of combination of education and experience must still in conjunction minimally satisfy the DHA qualification requirement.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GS-9 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
- A Masters or equivalent graduate level degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.
- A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.
Additional information
- Moving expenses will NOT be paid.
- Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
- **This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections below for instructions.
- This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend as appropriate based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.
- Employment with DFAS means access to generous benefits such as: health vision and dental insurance retirement benefits paid time off and educational benefits.
- Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
- Travel requirement is Seldom
- This position is covered by a bargaining unit.
- Veterans Preference: Veterans preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority (DHA).
- This position is Exempt at the GS-09 and GS-11 levels from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- This position will be covered by a formal training under the DFAS Career Acclimation Program (DCAP). The purpose of this program is to develop well-qualified well-trained high potential employees for future positions within DFAS. Promotion is conditional based on performance successful completion of training and availability of higher graded work. Participants who do not successfully complete the program may be separated.
- PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.
- Males born aftermust be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see ).
- Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25 Volume 300 here).
- The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Financial Services
- Financial Models
- Account Management
- General Ledger Accounts
- ERP
- Payroll
- External Auditors
- Customer Relationships
- Credit Card
- Financial Statements
- Business Units
- Annual Budget
- Income
- New Clients
- Financial Management
