Auditor
Job Location:
Latham, NY - USA
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Job Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a AUDITOR Position Description Number T5147P01 and is part of the UNITED STATES PROPERTY AND FISCAL OFFICE National Guard.
This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.
Veterans Preference does not apply to professional series.
As an AUDITOR (GS) you will serves as an agent of the United States Property and Fiscal Officer on accounting financial and managerial issues that require examination by a financial professional. Performs quick response reviews consulting and advisory services risk management liaison with external audit organizations audit compliance and follow-up and a variety of staff and systems accounting duties to analyze accounting records and to enhance the financial reports and operational data used by local management. Position is located in the United States Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO). Incumbent reports to the Internal Review Division Chief but may receive guidance and directions from a higher graded IR Supervisor or IR Accountant Auditor if assigned.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a two year trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
- For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles candidates must have a valid state drivers license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
- For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively efficiently and accurately; skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; ability to comprehend and/or apply problem solving and negotiating techniques; skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have one year equivalent specialized experience to at least the next lower grade. Must have experience utilizing professional accounting and auditing knowledge provides recommendations in the solution of accounting and operational problems and implementation of new or changed regulations procedures and analyses of automated systems. Must have experience reviewing automated accounting and financial systems and identifies the need for changes to enhance system capability to track and report financial reports and operational data used by local management. Must have experience utilizing professional accounting and audit skills to maintain oversight for implementing appropriate laws directives and regulations of internal control programs and procedures; Performing complex professional accounting and review activities involving in the analysis of accounting records; conducting in-depth research and analysis in the coordination and resolution of problems. Experience studying a variety of background material to gain program information and discover leads. Experience explaining the purpose and procedures for the review and answers questions; performing survey work to identify potential operating problems; preparing lead sheets to identify any potential weaknesses in internal controls that need further study. Experience documenting the results in accordance with Comptroller General Standards DoD Army Air Force and Army and Air National Guard policies.
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)
Priority Placement Program DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program DoD Retained Grade Employees
Priority Placement Program Military Spouse Preference (MSP)
EDUCATION OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Degree: Accounting auditing; or a degree including auditing courses 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 6 hours of credit in business law.
OR
2. Combination of Education and Experience:
A. Combination of education and experience: At least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience college-level education and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicants 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 6 hours of business law;
OR
2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor obtained through written examination.
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3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting e.g. 15 semester hours.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register Selective Service System : Selective Service System ()).
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for or in response to a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
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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